HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a HVAC Maintenance Mechanic for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The position works independently in a zone, reporting directly to a second level supervisor. Responsibilities Guide and instruct other staff in performing a wide range of refrigeration and air conditioning duties required for all university facilities. Provide highly skilled refrigeration, air conditioning, and mechanical work for the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of all university facilities. Guide and instruct craft trainees. Perform duties of the group as assigned. Conduct general trade duties in other trade areas as needed. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: High school, vocational school, or equivalent plus four years of experience repairing and maintaining refrigeration and air conditioning systems and equipment. A certified apprenticeship or approved training course in the craft plus two additional years of experience may substitute for the above. Certifications / Licenses: Valid driver’s license and two years driving experience, with completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course. Proof of certification required by Section 608 of the Clean Air Act revisions of 1990. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Competence in complex repair and maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning systems and equipment. Good communication skills, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and ability to read and understand technical manuals and blueprints. Preferred Qualifications: None specified beyond those listed above. 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. Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Shift hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. For additional information, please see Rutgers’ Non‑Discrimination Statement at uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement . #J-18808-Ljbffr