Job Information
State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services Environmental Protection Maintainer 3 in Madison, Connecticut
Environmental Protection Maintainer 3
Recruitment # 260409-3489PS-001
Location Madison, CT
Date Opened 4/20/2026 2:00:00 PM
Salary $61,435 - $76,929/year
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 5/5/2026 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Energy and Environmental Protection ( DEEP (https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP) ), is currently recruiting for an Environmental Protection Maintainer 3 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=3489PS&R1=undefined&R3=undefined) within the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, State Parks and Public Outreach Division. The vacancy is located at Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison, CT.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
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Position Highlights
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position on first shift.
This position requires weekend duty for the active recreation season generally from Memorial Day to Labor Day, including holidays.
Visit the Examples of Duties section for more information about the role.
About Us
Connecticut’s system of state parks and forests, state boat launches, and waterways, provide many opportunities for outdoor recreation for residents and visitors alike. These range from camping and fishing to hiking, boating, and picnicking.
The Bureaus of Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources lead the agency’s outdoor recreation efforts by acquiring and managing lands with an eye toward providing public use that is compatible with long term protection of natural resources.
DEEP charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
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The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for performing a variety of skilled tasks as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs skilled work in such areas as carpentry, masonry, painting, road and trail maintenance and minor electrical repairs;
Performs general maintenance work on lands, buildings, dams and other facilities owned by or under control of department;
Uses, maintains and repairs hand and power tools and equipment such as saws, axes, cant hooks, mowing equipment, tractors, trucks, boats and related equipment;
Uses and maintains firefighting equipment;
Assists in job planning and may supervise maintenance operations;
Assists in liberating wildlife;
Performs emergency first aid as needed;
May supervise volunteer and other firefighting personnel;
May do planting, transplanting, cutting and pruning;
May perform tasks relating to care, propagation and stocking of fish including maintenance and repair of hatchery and stocking equipment;
May work with blueprints and specifications;
May work with support services in areas of general maintenance of lands, buildings and dams;
May perform patrol and firefighting activities;
May perform clerical duties of very limited duration;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of
map reading and measuring devices;
simple record keeping;
Interpersonal skills;
Considerable ability to operate and make repairs to small tools and mechanical equipment;
Ability to
follow general instructions;
read and understand nautical charts;
utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in maintenance and repair work related to natural resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Graduation from a secondary school with specialization in a trade pertinent to the operation, maintenance and development of natural resources may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience performing building and grounds maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, landscaping and snow removal.
Experience operating and maintaining groundskeeping, landscaping, and heavy equipment in an outdoor recreation or campground setting
Experience maintaining and repairing hand and power tools used in the construction and landscape industries.
Experience performing custodial duties including restroom cleaning, sanitizing, and trash removal.
Experience working independently on construction projects.
Experience prioritizing and responding to emergent situations.
Experience leading or supervising employees and planning work assignments.
Experience conducting oral and written communications with the public in a customer service or hospitality role.
Experience with computers and smart devices utilizing Microsoft Office programs.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain a Standard First Aid certificate and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Incumbents engaged in the operation of heavy equipment will be required to possess and retain the necessary current licenses, permits and or certifications as required by federal and state laws and regulations.
Incumbents performing skilled trade work may be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses and/or certifications as required by a particular trade.
Incumbents may be required to operate a motor vehicle and to possess and retain the appropriate valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license, such as a Commercial Driver's License.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must be in good health and must have and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity to effectively perform the duties of the class.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury working under varying weather conditions, lifting moderate weights, and handling chemical solutions.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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