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Rutgers The State University Facility Mechanic in Piscataway, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Facility Mechanic
Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance
Department IPO-Facilities Maintenance-NB
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Facility Mechanic for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the direction, performs a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement such as machinery, mechanical equipment, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R. Responds and takes action on all skilled trade calls.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Operates, maintains, repairs and installs machinery, plumbing, HVAC/R controls, as well as varied tasks including painting, carpentry and electric.
  • Responds to trouble calls and requests within facilities, using hand tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing requirements.
  • Performs routine building maintenance and inspections on mechanical equipment and related facility systems.
  • Performs routine building maintenance and inspections on plumbing, electrical, HVAC/R and related facility systems.
  • Performs routine building maintenance and inspections in the areas of carpentry, painting and general repair.
  • Prepares, maintains and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for materials, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining to facility equipment/systems.
  • Maintains daily time sheets and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
  • Responds to emergency calls and determines what corrective action must be taken to limit damage to facilities and equipment and assuring the maintenance of a safe environment, when assigned to shifts. Records in accordance with standards all activity and provides notice to immediate and/or covering the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction of any situations that disrupt operations and/or compromise and safety.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 1700
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 21.760
Annual Mid Range Salary 22.260
Annual Maximum Salary 22.930
Standard Hours 40.00
Union Description IUOE, Local 68
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility PERS
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Technical School diploma or equivalent level of knowledge plus two (2) years of experience in the fields of electrical plumbing, HVAC/R, carpentry painting and/or general maintenance in industrial, education and/or healthcare setting.
Certifications/Licenses
  • Valid New Jersey Driver's License.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to perform minor repair to all skilled trades including mechanical equipment/system, HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing and fire alarm system.

Preferred Qualifications
  • New Jersey Black Seal Engineer's License.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to perform physical labor without restriction, including lifting equipment in excess of fifty(50) pounds performing work on roof, scaffolds and ladders.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Working inside and outside on utilities department equipment driving from campus to campus to perform daily maintenance functions.
Special Conditions
  • Schedule M-F 7 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Clean Driving Record
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1077
Posting Open Date 05/03/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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