Plumber Steamfitter I

Rutgers; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in Newark is seeking a Plumber Steamfitter I to perform maintenance, repairs, and installations of plumbing, heating, and steam systems across campus facilities. Under supervision, you will work on pipe networks, fixtures, and related equipment, ensuring reliable operation and safety.

The role requires a Technical School diploma or equivalent with five years of hands-on experience, a valid driver's license, and preference for a New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License.

Qualifications

• Technical School diploma or equivalent plus five years of experience in the operational maintenance and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial or health care setting.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair and install plumbing and heating systems and steam fixtures/equipment.
• Respond to plumbing trouble calls using hand tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
• Prepare, submit material requisitions, work orders and reports to the Supervisor for plumbing equipment/systems.

Education

Technical School diploma or equivalent

5 years of experience in plumbing systems maintenance

Job description

Department

Department Facilities Maintenance Newark

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 Plumber Steamfitter 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 installations/replacements of plumbing systems and fixtures, including supply systems, DWV systems, plumbing, heating, and steam fixtures/equipment. Assists in the direction of other mechanics and trades helpers.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Operates, maintains, repairs and installs, including but not limited to: pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, heating fixtures, steam fixtures, regulators valves and various system elements/appliances.
• Responds to plumbing 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 plumbing systems equipment and related equipment/systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to: exchangers, regulators, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and medical air/gas systems.
• Installs, repairs and/or maintains water, gas, oil, waste disposal and high-pressure steam and hightemperature hot water. Installs, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on the above, as well as other plumbing systems/equipment including furnaces, heat exchanges and pumping systems.
• Prepares, maintains and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports relating to plumbing equipment/systems.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 210

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 32.260

Mid Range Salary 32.760

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 33.740

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

• 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 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Union Description

IUOE 68

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

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 operational maintenance and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial or health care setting.

Certifications/Licenses

• A valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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.

Special Conditions

• Safe Driving Record

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST2062

Posting Open Date

10/29/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Plumber Steamfitter I Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department Facilities Maintenance Newark 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 Plumber Steamfitter 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 installations/replacements of plumbing systems and fixtures, including supply systems, DWV systems, plumbing, heating, and steam fixtures/equipment. Assists in the direction of other mechanics and trades helpers. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Operates, maintains, repairs and installs, including but not limited to: pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, heating fixtures, steam fixtures, regulators valves and various system elements/appliances. Responds to plumbing 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 plumbing systems equipment and related equipment/systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to: exchangers, regulators, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and medical air/gas systems. Installs, repairs and/or maintains water, gas, oil, waste disposal and high-pressure steam and hightemperature hot water. Installs, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on the above, as well as other plumbing systems/equipment including furnaces, heat exchanges and pumping systems. Prepares, maintains and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports relating to plumbing equipment/systems. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 210 Salary Details Minimum Salary 32.260 Mid Range Salary 32.760 Maximum Salary 33.740 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 IUOE 68 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit 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 operational maintenance and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial or health care setting. Certifications/Licenses A valid driver’s license. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License is preferred. Equipment Utilized 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. Special Conditions Safe Driving Record Posting Details Posting Number 26ST2062 Posting Open Date 10/29/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark 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.

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Supplemental Questions

• * Please confirm that your resume includes the month and year (MM/YYYY) for the start and end dates of each position listed in your employment history. Additionally, please ensure that each position clearly indicates whether the employment was full-time, part-time, or per diem.Have you reviewed your resume and confirmed that all positions include this information?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Technical School diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operational maintenance and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial or health care setting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample 1

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