Position Summary:

• Provides trade, technical and code compliance leadership in all aspects of plumbing, pipefitting and mechanical duties required for University facilities and utilities.
• Provides comprehensive plans for proposed work.
• Leads and overseas the work of lower level maintenance mechanics through the successful completion of projects.
• Primarily responsible for the planning, estimating, material procurement and coordination of complex and general plumbing/pipefitting work to include; the installation and maintenance of steam, high temperature hot water, chill-water, hot water, air, gas, pressure vessels and systems; boilers; steam and hot water converters; heaters/storage/converter tanks; valves; strainers; safety valves; pneumatic systems; compressed air; waste and sanitary systems; laboratory waste piping; neutralization tanks; hydraulic systems; D.I. water softener systems; RO water systems; sewage ejectors; single and multi stage pumps; piping insulation and any other related equipment or system.
• Inspects, maintains and upgrades facilities piping, pressure/storage vessel, and pumping systems. Utilizes trade knowledge to ensure work is effectively and efficiently completed, and that all installed equipment conforms to code. Expected to have thorough knowledge and experience working with and installing various piping materials such as steel, cast iron, ductle iron, PVC, copper, CPVC, various kinds of plastic tubing, and insulation materials.
• Maintains the asset data files through Aim Preventative work order management system. As the expert troubleshooter, uses a variety of tools and devices to diagnose problems and restore service. Works with the supervisor to establish and implement preventive maintenance systems. Detects faulty operation of equipment and reports questionable conditions to supervisor. Instructs personnel in all safety rules and LOTO procedures in the performance of duties.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Special Conditions:

• Shift hours/Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• Clean Driving Record

Posting Number: 24ST2449

About Rutgers University

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.

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