Maintenance Mechanic- Housing

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and various  

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey seeks a Maintenance Mechanic- Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations. You will perform a wide range of maintenance tasks to repair facilities and equipment under Housing, manage inventory, and report any building issues to your supervisor.

Role requires high school/vocational education with 2 years of maintenance experience, and a valid driver’s license with driving history.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational education plus two years maintenance experience in carpentry, plumbing, electricity and mechanics.
• Valid driver's license with two years driving experience.
• Rutgers Defensive Driving Course completion may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance services in repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment under Housing.
• Maintains an inventory and submits supply requests.
• Inspects buildings and reports needs or unusual conditions to supervisor.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Mechanics

Education

High school/vocational education plus two years maintenance experience

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 10/9/2026. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Recruitment/Posting Title Maintenance Mechanic- Housing

Job Category

Job Category AFSCME Local 888

Department

Department 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 Maintenance Mechanic- Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

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

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 15

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 44017.940

Mid Range Salary 51690.000

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 59574.400

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Union Description

Union Description AFSCME - Local 888

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school/vocational school education or its equivalent plus two years of general maintenance experience, which includes carpentry, plumbing, electricity and mechanics.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

• Shift hours/Schedule: Mon-Fri 8AM – 4:30PM
• Safe Driving Record

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1867

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY : To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 10/9/2026. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

City Piscataway

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Maintenance Mechanic- Housing Job Category AFSCME Local 888 Department 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 Maintenance Mechanic- Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

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

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 15 Salary Details Minimum Salary 44017.940 Mid Range Salary 51690.000 Maximum Salary 59574.400 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Union Description AFSCME - Local 888 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Housing – New Brunswick Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• High school/vocational school education or its equivalent plus two years of general maintenance experience, which includes carpentry, plumbing, electricity and mechanics.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Shift hours/Schedule: Mon-Fri 8AM – 4:30PM
• Safe Driving Record

Posting Details Posting Number 26ST1867 Posting Open Date 10/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY : To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 10/9/2026. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details 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.

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. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a member of AFSCME - Local 888?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school/vocational school education or its equivalent plus two years of general maintenance experience, which includes carpentry, plumbing, electricity and mechanics?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and two years driving experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)
• Certifications/Licenses

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. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Non-Discrimination-Statement .
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