Facilities Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Facilities Coordinator Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department NJAES Food Innovation CtrSouth Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Facilities Coordinator for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The Facilities Coordinator will report to the Senior Manager of Production Planning and Facilities. This position will be full-time and based at the Rutgers Food Innovation Center (FIC) in Bridgeton (Cumberland County), NJ. This individual is the Facility Coordinator of the FIC facility and is responsible for both building and equipment maintenance for the entire 23,000 s.f. facility and the associated property, equipment setup daily, equipment oversight on an ongoing basis, operational research and development testing and troubleshooting for client activities, preventive maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Plans and coordinates such general facility maintenance duties as the examination, dismantling, repair, reassembly and maintenance of various types of food production equipment, including refrigeration units, heating systems, pumps, equipment, boilers, filters, etc.

• Inspects, repairs, and/or replaces used and defective parts; adjusts, lubricates and cleans functional parts; uses a variety of hand and power tools, welding and burning equipment, electrical testing equipment and measuring devices.

• May be required to perform general painting, carpentry, locksmithing, masonry and electrical duties.

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair duties; cleans shop work areas.

• Detects faulty operation of equipment.

• Reports any questionable conditions to supervisor; and will perform related duties as required.

• Conducts inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies, and advise management when to reorder stock. He/she will be responsible for estimating work time, writing up lists of appropriate and needed materials, and providing such materials for him/herself or the group. Including warehouse inventory thru the FMX system or other inventory software.

• This individual is expected to be very proactive, and to setup and run equipment for every client production run to ensure that client production begins as effortlessly as possible, on a timely basis, and with minimal disruptions, and is expected to interact on a regular basis with FIC clients and serve as a positive and proactive representative of the FIC team.

• Works independently and as part of the operations and R&D team, and is the primary contact for trouble calls, issues work orders and/or conducts the actual maintenance needs as necessary and coordinates the work of journey tradespersons and maintains preventive maintenance records.

• He/she is responsible for the repair and maintenance of university facilities, grounds, supplies and materials, and prioritizing and estimating of work.

• He/she will notify supervisor of any emergent problems discovered through performance of assigned duties, and inputs data as required to fulfill job responsibilities using current technology and generate and complete automated work orders or service orders.

• The Senior Manager of Production Planning and Facilities and the Facilities Coordinator must collaborate with IP&O on building asset condition and concerns. This includes reporting any mechanical concerns, disruptions or required repairs to building mechanical systems to the IP&O Operations staff.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 04 Position Salary $63,000-$65,0000 Annual Minimum Salary 55416.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 68958.000 Annual Maximum Salary 82500.000 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Also requires two years of relevant experience.

• Successful completion of an approved training program or of a certified apprenticeship program in the trade, plus a minimum of two years experience and proven competency performing complex and varied mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on industrial-type motors and pumps may be substituted for the above experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Requires a valid driver's license.

• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

• May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

• The applicant must have one or more current certifications in the HVAC/refrigeration field or be prepared to obtain this certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires experience in performing mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on industrial-type motors and pumps such as water distribution, high temp and vacuum pumps and food manufacturing equipment.

• Must be competent in performing complex and varied mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on these same types of industrial-type motors and pumps (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).

• In addition, he/she must be competent in performing complex and varied mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair work on industrial-type equipment, such as kettles, ovens, conveyors, bottling lines, motors and pumps (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).

• Requires good communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the food processing industry is preferred.

• Experience in new product and process development is preferred.

• Experience in developing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs as well as standard operating procedures (SOP'S).

• Experience in interacting with equipment vendors preferred.

Equipment Utilized

• It is preferred that the applicant be able to operate a food manufacturing bottling line, low-pressure white-seal boiler and forklift and have appropriate certifications and licenses for this and/or be willing to obtain these.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints.

• Must be able to perform duties in hot/moist environment.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0743 Posting Open Date 04/08/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Bridgeton 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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have two years of relevant experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents