Senior Electrician & Maintenance Lead – Housing Services

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic for Housing and Conference Services. The role requires independent work on multiple campuses, repairing and installing electrical systems, and potentially guiding trainee electricians.

A valid NJ journeyman license and ongoing certification are required, along with a valid driver’s license and Rutgers Defensive Driving training.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified journeyman electrician registered with the State of New Jersey.
• Must maintain journeyman certification while in job title.
• A valid driver’s license with two years driving experience is necessary.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
• High school/vocational education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of electrical tasks, including estimating, procuring materials, and repairing/ installing circuits, wiring, fixtures and controls.
• May guide and instruct a group of craft trainees in electrical duties for Housing facilities.
• May perform general duties in other trade areas.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial power wiring

Team instruction

Education

High school/vocational education or equivalent

Job description

Rutgers University in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Electrician / Maintenance Mechanic for Housing and Conference Services. The role requires independent work on multiple campuses, repairing and installing electrical systems, and potentially guiding trainee electricians.

A valid NJ journeyman license and ongoing certification are required, along with a valid driver’s license and Rutgers Defensive Driving training.