Maintenance Mechanic-Housing

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic-Housing to work in the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The position handles mechanical maintenance duties for university equipment, ensuring it remains in good operating condition under the direction of a foreperson. The role may also involve lead responsibilities, estimating workforce and materials, and guiding craft trainees.

• Primarily responsible for the performance of such mechanical maintenance duties as the examination, dismantling, repair, reassembly and maintenance of various types of mechanical/electrical equipment, including refrigeration units, heating systems, air handling machinery, air conditioners, pumps, plumbing and steamfitting equipment, boilers, filters, etc. Inspects, repairs, and/or replaces used and defective parts; adjusts, lubricates and cleans functional parts.
• May be required to perform general painting, carpentry, locksmithing, masonry and electrical duties. Performs preventive maintenance and repair duties.
• Cleans shop and work areas.
• Detects faulty operation of equipment; reports questionable conditions to supervisor.
• Conducts inventory of equipment, materials and supplies.
• May give instruction to craft trainees. Performs related duties as required.

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent plus three years of experience performing mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on industrial type motors and pumps.

• Competent in performing complex and varied mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on industrial-type motors and pumps (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).
• Successful completion of an approved training program or a certified apprenticeship program in the trade may be substituted for the above experience.

• A valid driver's license with two years driving experience is necessary.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

• Shift/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Clean driving record.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee discount programs.

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, pregnancy, 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-statement