Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
HVAC/R Mechanic I |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance |
| Department |
IPO-Facilities Maintenance-NB |
| 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
HVAC/R Mechanic I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, performs a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration systems, and/or system components. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers and mechanics of other skilled trades.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Operates, maintains, repairs and installs heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment "HYAC/R", as well as controls ancillary equipment and support systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to: controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers operating valves and dampers.
- Responds to HYAC/R trouble calls and requests within the facilities, using hard tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
- Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and inspections on HYAC/R equipment and related equipment/systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to: controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and dampers.
- Prepares, maintains and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining to HYAC/R equipment/systems.
- Maintains daily time sheets and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
- Interprets data from the Power Plant, mechanical systems, control systems, energy management systems and shift log; taking action and making the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction aware of the appropriate action taken, when necessary.
- Prepares or works from sketches, plans, specifications, in accordance with HVAC/R standards.
- Analyzes situations requiring the modification or repair of facility equipment/systems and makes recommendations for same.
- Services all refrigerant equipment and high-pressme appliances as defined by EPA40-CFR.
- Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers and mechanics of other skilled trades.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers, compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict oflnterest Policy.
- Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Hours Per Week |
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| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
240 |
| Position Salary |
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| Annual Minimum Salary |
64540.08 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary |
65584.08 |
| Annual Maximum Salary |
67546.80 |
| Standard Hours |
40.00 |
| Union Description |
IUOE 68 |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
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| Seniority Unit |
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| 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 five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and installation of HVAC/R equipment, in an industrial, education and/or healthcare setting.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- Valid Driver's License is required
- Minimum requirement of Type II, EPA Certificate, 40-CFR, Part 82, Subpa1t F.
- Must be capable of passing and maintaining the New Jersey Pesticide License Testing Requirement.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Sound knowledge of blue print and schematic reading is required, as is through knowledge of all applicable (local, state and national) codes.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, including lifting equipment in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
- Performing work on roofs, scaffolds and ladders.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
24ST1959 |
| Posting Open Date |
08/14/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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. Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
Sep 17, 2024