Position DetailsnnPosition InformationnnRecruitment/Posting Title Maintenance MechanicnJob Category AFSCME Local 888nDepartment Camden HousingnOverviewnRanked #46 in U.S. News & World Report 's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.nPosting SummarynUnder the direction of a foreperson, performs a wide range of mechanical maintenance duties required to repair University equipment in good operating condition. In the absence of the authorized lead person may assume responsibility for estimation of workforce and materials and coordination of the work of the group. 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.nPosition Status Full TimenHours Per Week 40nDaily Work ShiftnWork ArrangementnThis position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.nFLSA NonexemptnGrade 17nPosition Salary Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and within departmental budgets.nAnnual Minimum Salary 43526.30nAnnual Mid Range Salary 51331.35nAnnual Maximum Salary 59136.40nStandard Hours 40.00nUnion Description AFSCME - Local 888nPayroll Designation PeopleSoftnBenefitsnRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to UnitnTerms of Appointment Staff - 12 monthnPosition Pension Eligibility PERSnQualificationsnnMinimum Education and ExperiencenRequires a 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. Must be 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 of 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.nCertifications/LicensesnRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesnPreferred QualificationsnEquipment UtilizednPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentnSpecial ConditionsnPosting DetailsnnPosting Number 24ST2716nPosting Open Date 11/21/2024nSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsnRegional Campus Rutgers University-CamdennHome Location Campus Rutgers University-CamdennCity CamdennState NJnLocation DetailsnPre-employment ScreeningsnnAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.nImmunization RequirementsnnUnder 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.nnAffirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementnnIt 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. 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