| Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mechanical Systems Mechanic II for the Facilities department of Institutional Planning & Operations. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, this position 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. The Mechanical Systems Mechanic II assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers, and mechanics of other skilled trades. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Operates, maintains, repairs and installs specialized and complex machinery including, but not limited to, pumps,
compressors, air moving/distribution equipment, motors, heat 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 support systems 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 to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining to mechanical equipment systems.
Maintains daily time sheets and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
Interprets data from the Power Plant, mechanical systems, control systems, energy management systems and shift log, taking action, and making the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction aware of the appropriate action taken, when necessary.
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 accordance with standards, all activity and provides notice to immediate and/or covering Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, of any situations that disrupt operations and/or compromise safety.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.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Sound knowledge of blue print 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.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.Preferred Qualifications: New Jersey Black Seal Engineer's License.Physical Demands and Work Environment: Physical Demands: Position requires the individual to stand, walk, use finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to 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 of up 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.Posting Number: 19ST1443 Location: Downtown New Brunswick |
