Utilities Operation Worker

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Utilities Operation Worker Job Category AFSCME Local 888 Department IPO-Facilities Utilities 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 Utilities Operation Worker for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Will be required to perform manual duties which are but no limited to: excavation hand work, scaffolding erection, general maintenance, painting, trench shoring installation, and working with other trades when required.

• Will also be required to have general operational knowledge of sewer jetting and vacuum unit, skid steer, trencher, compaction equipment, telehandler, and snow removal equipment.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 18 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 45489.870 Annual Mid Range Salary 53670.460 Annual Maximum Salary 61851.050 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description AFSCME - Local 888 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 Facilities Maintenance

• New Brunswick Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High/vocational school education or equivalent.
• A minimum of three (3) years documented experience in utility and excavation experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• CDL license with an endorsement.

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

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• This position requires drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal law.

• Requires good communication skills, the ability to follow detailed instructions from other trades when required.

• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, must be able to follow and understand utility mark out designations.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Shift hours/Schedule: 7:00 am

• 3:30 pm

• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0965 Posting Open Date 04/25/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants

Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 05/03/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University

• New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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 (*).

• Are you currently a member of AFSCME - Local 888?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a High/vocational school education or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a minimum of three (3) years documented experience in utility and excavation experience?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a CDL license with an endorsement?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV