Maintenance Mechanic- Housing

About the role

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. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic- Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).

Responsibilities

• Provides a wide range of experienced maintenance services in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment under the responsibility of Housing.
• Responsible for maintaining an inventory and submitting supply requests.
• Inspects buildings and reports needs or unusual conditions to supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school/vocational school education or its equivalent plus two years of general maintenance experience, which includes carpentry, plumbing, electricity and mechanics.
• Valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
• Safe driving record.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Minimum salary: 44017.940; mid-range salary: 51690.000; maximum salary: 59574.400. The final offer may be based on qualifications, experience, expertise, department or grant fund availability, market benchmarks, and internal equity.

Schedule

Standard full‑time schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.