• Newark, NJ
  • $26 Per Hour
2 days ago

Job Description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Facility Mechanic Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department Facilities Maintenance Newark 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 and painting. 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 fixtures, simple HVAC/R controls, as well as varied tasks including painting, carpentry and electric.
  • Responds to trouble calls and request within the 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 correction 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 according 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.
  • Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Cod of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 170 Salary Details Minimum Salary 26.000 Mid Range Salary 26.500 Maximum Salary 27.300 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

  • 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 (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Union Description IUOE 68 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Technical school diploma or an 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 an industrial, education and/or healthcare setting.

Certifications/Licenses

  • Valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to perform minor repair to all skilled trades including mechanical equipment/systems, HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • New Jersey Black Seal Engineer's License is preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, 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

  • Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST2449 Posting Open Date 11/26/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents: With the submission of your application, please ensure that an updated resume is uploaded. Your resume must include the month and year for each position in your employment history, as well as indicate whether each role was full-time, part-time, or per-diem.

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark 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 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, 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.

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, 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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have a minimum of a Technical school diploma or an 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 an industrial, education and/or healthcare setting?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

  • Writing Sample 1

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewark, NJ

Skills

  • Benchmarkingunmatched
  • Biomedicineunmatched
  • Business Operationsunmatched
  • Carpentryunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Inspectionunmatched
  • Construction Planningunmatched
  • Contract Negotiationunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Disciplinary Actionunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Emergency Responseunmatched
  • Environmental Healthunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Equipment Replacementunmatched
  • Fire Alarmunmatched
  • General Handypersonunmatched
  • HVACunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • Health Scienceunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • IP (Internet Protocol)unmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Lifting Equipmentunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance - Plumbingunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Operations Planningunmatched
  • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
  • Peoplesoftunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Plumbingunmatched
  • Prescription Drugsunmatched
  • Property Maintenanceunmatched
  • Public Safetyunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Retail Operationsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Scaffoldingunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Telephone Skillsunmatched
  • Test Requirementsunmatched
  • Vaccinationunmatched

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