Senior Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic
About The Position
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The position works independently in a "zone", or as the only Electrician/Maintenance Mechanic on a particular 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. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Such duties may be based on work orders which provide little or no instruction or assistance. Responsible for the estimation of work and procuring appropriate materials for him/herself or the group. May guide and instruct craft trainees. May perform any duties of the group. May be assigned to perform general duties in other trade areas.
Requirements
- High school/vocational school education or equivalent.
- Must be a qualified journeyman electrician registered with the State of New Jersey or have completed an apprenticeship training program approved by the US Department of Labor that deals specifically with electrical work and is a minimum duration of three years.
- A valid driver's license with two years driving experience is necessary.
- Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
- May be required to obtain Commercial Driver's License
- Must be competent in performing complex and varied repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and circuitry including industrial power wiring and switch gear for 480 volt systems. Must maintain journeyman certification while in job title.
- Good communication skills, the ability to and lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and the ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints.
Nice To Haves
- Clean Driving Record
Responsibilities
- Works independently in a "zone", or as the only Electrician/Maintenance Mechanic on a particular 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 which provide little or no instruction or assistance.
- Responsible for the estimation of work and procuring appropriate materials for him/herself or the group.
- May guide and instruct craft trainees.
- May perform any duties of the group.
- May be assigned to perform general duties in other trade areas.
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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
