Mechanical System Mechanic II

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Mechanical System Mechanic II for the IP&O division. The role performs maintenance, repair, and installation of machinery and mechanical systems, supervising other staff on occasion.

Responsibilities include responding to trouble calls, conducting preventive maintenance, and documenting work orders. The ideal candidate has a technical diploma and several years of experience with industrial mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or equivalent with 3 years in mechanical systems operation/maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of blueprints and codes; capable of skilled trades repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair and install mechanical equipment and systems.
• Respond to mechanical trouble calls during shifts.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Prepare requisitions for materials, work orders, and reports.
• Maintain daily time sheets and records of work performed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Code knowledge

Skilled trades

Education

Technical school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title: Mechanical System Mechanic II

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance

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.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mechanical System Mechanic II 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 machinery, mechanical equipment, and systems, and when assigned to shifts, responds and takes action on all skilled trade calls. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers, and mechanics of other skilled trades.

• Operates, maintains, repairs and installs specialized and complex machinery including, but not limited to pumps, compressors, air moving/distribution equipment, motors, heal exchangers, valves, pneumatic systems and regulators.
• Responds to mechanical trouble calls and requests within the facilities, using hand tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
• Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and inspections on mechanical equipment and related equipment/systems. Ancillary equipment and suppo11 systems is inclusive of, but not limited to; controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and medical air/gas systems.
• Prepares, maintains and submits lo the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining lo mechanical equipment systems.
• Maintains daily time sheets and information pertaining lo work performed and lime spent.
• Interprets data from the Power Plant, mechanical systems, control systems, energy management systems and shill 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 mechanical standards.
• Responds to emergency calls and determines what corrective action must be taken to limit damage to facilities and equipment and assuring the maintenance of a safe environment, when assigned to shifts. Records in according with standards all activity and provides notice to immediate and/or covering the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction of any situations that disrupt operations and/or compromise safety.
• Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, facility staff, trades helpers and/or 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 of Interest Policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 210

Minimum Salary: 32.260

Mid Range Salary: 32.760

Maximum Salary: 33.740

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: Full Time

Standard Hours: 40.00

Union Description: IUOE 68

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

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 three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of Mechanical systems/equipment in an industrial, education, and/or healthcare setting.

Certifications/Licenses:

• A valid driver's license is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading is required, as is thorough knowledge of all applicable (local, state, and national) codes.
• Ability to perform all skilled trades repairs, including mechanical equipment/systems, HVAC/R electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• New Jersey Black Seal Engineer's License is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: Position required the individual to stand, walk, use finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lo talk or hear up to 2/3 of the time, from 50 to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time; to lift a weight or exert a force ofup to 25 pounds up to 2/3 of the time, from 50 to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time. Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, including lifting equipment in excess of fifty (50) pounds, performing work on roofs, scaffolding, and ladders.

Work Environment: The position may require work in the following environmental conditions: wet or humid conditions (non-weather), work near mechanical moving parts, in high, precarious places, among fumes and airborne particles, in outdoor weather conditions, and near vibrations up to 2/3 of the time; with toxic or caustic chemicals, in extreme hot or cold conditions, at risk of electrical shock, and of radiation less than 1/3 of the time. Moderate noise conditions are typical for the work environment for this job. The position requires close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number: 25ST2452

Posting Open Date: 11/26/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicant Documents: With the submission of your application, please ensure that an updated resume is uploaded. Your resume must include the month and year for each position in your employment history, as well as indicate whether each role was full-time, part-time, or per-diem.

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

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