Senior Electrician & Maintenance Mechanic - Facilities

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 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 Senior Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP & O). The role works independently in a zone, or as the only Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic on a campus, reporting directly to a second line supervisor, or guides and instructs a group of Electrician / Maintenance Mechanics in the performance of a wide range of electrical and mechanical duties required for all University facilities. Duties may be based on work orders that provide little or no instruction. Responsibilities Estimate work and procure appropriate materials for self or group. Guide and instruct craft trainees. Perform any duties of the group. May be assigned to perform general duties in other trade areas. Minimum Qualifications High school/vocational school education or equivalent, plus four years of experience performing repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and circuitry. Successful completion of an approved training program or certified apprenticeship in the trade, plus two years experience and proven competency performing complex and varied repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and circuitry including industrial power wiring and switchgear for 480‑volt systems, may substitute the above experience. Certifications/Licenses Valid driver's license with two years driving experience. Successful completion of Rutgers Defensive Driving Course. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Good communication skills. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints. Competence in performing complex and varied repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and circuitry including industrial power wiring and switchgear for 480‑volt systems. Preferred Qualifications May be required to obtain Commercial Driver's License. Special Conditions Shift hours / schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Maintain a 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University