Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Operating Engineer I

Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance

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 an Operating Engineer I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the direction of the Plant Manager is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of Cogeneration power and heating Plants and auxiliary equipment entrusted to their care.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Operates, maintains turbine generators, stationary steam boilers and auxiliary equipment n the RBHS Newark Co-Generation Facility, including 65 Bergen Street Plant, ICPH, and RBL Facilities.
• Operates maintains and makes minor and emergency repairs to various types of generators, motors, pumps, turbines, vacuum units, blowers, refrigeration equipment, cooling towers, gas compressors, air compressors, chemical treatment systems, continuous emission monitoring system and auxiliary equipment.
• Periodically makes comprehensive tests, takes readings of fuel consumption pressure, draft conditions, temperatures, steam flow and other recordings.
• Receives, stores, safeguards and records the use of equipment, materials and supplies. Keeps inventory system up to date. Follows all operational procedures.
• Adds chemicals to treat steam, water, fuel in accordance with requirements prescribed.
• Completes all paperwork in a timely manner. Maintains the logs, records and files of the Power Plants.
• Gives detail exchange of information to relieving operator.
• Continually inspects equipment, uses knowledge of Plant layout and learns alternate ways of maintaining continuous operation.
• Analyzes problems, both causes and effects, and takes corrective action when necessary and reports condition to the Manager of Engineering.
• Makes continual inspections of equipment and systems in area of responsibility.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations.
• Must be available for all Power emergencies.
• Keeps work area clean and neat.
• Trains and familiarizes new employees in the operation and routine of the Power Plant.
• Maintains training level of existing employees of the Power Plant.
• Maintains or directs the repair of motors, pumps and valves as required.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 255

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 36.790

Mid Range Salary 37.290

Maximum Salary 38.410

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours (per week)

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift Rotating

Work Arrangement

Union Description IUOE 68

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Minimum Education and Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of stationary steam boilers, generators, turbines, chillers, pumps and electrical distribution system, and auxiliary equipment of a high pressure Power Plant.
• Applicants may substitute two (2) years of required experience with New Jersey Gold Seal Engineer’s License.

Certifications/Licenses

• New Jersey Red Seal License.
• Primary Source Verification: The State of New Jersey, Department of Labor Workforce Development, Bureau of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Compliance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.

This position requires the individual to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, to reach with hands and arms, to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, to talk or hear and taste or smell over 2/3 of the time; to climb or balance up to 2/3 of the time and less than 1/3 of the time to sit. The position requires lifting more than 100 pounds under 1/3 of the time, but up to 25 pounds 2/3 of the time and up to 100 pounds 1/3 of the time. There are no special vision requirements because all apply. The individual must possess a valid driver’s license.

Specific duties that require these physical demands:

Standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, using hands to handle, feel and finger in order to isolate, open and close valves; to lift ladders, climb and balance on stationary and mobile ladders; to hear audible alarms and communicate via various media (telephone, walkie-talkie, radio, and annunciator panels). The job requires moving a 55-gallon drum or picking up a ladder.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate Noise.

The position requires that the individual work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather), in high precarious places, and under extreme heat (non-weather) up to 2/3 of the time. The individual will work near moving mechanical parts, be subjected to fumes or airborne particles, deal with toxic or caustic chemicals, risk electrical shock, or vibrations over 2/3 of the time. Work is done under outdoor weather conditions or extreme cold (non-weather), less than 2/3 of the time. There is little or no risk of radiation. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens that requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment which is provided, is under 1/3 of the time.

Loud noise to very loud noise is typical of this environment over 2/3 of the time. An annual physical exam and hearing test are provided for this position.

Specific duties that occur under these environmental conditions:

This position requires the individual to perform tasks under wet or humid conditions and in extreme heat when working on boilers or pumps in all areas where there may also be fumes or smoke. The worker encounters caustic or toxic chemicals when working on chemical treating equipment (water chemistry). Stack climbing requires balance and work in high precarious places. Work on high or low voltage electrical systems presents electrical risks. Exposure to vibrations may occur when working on or around moving mechanical equipment.

The worker is trained in the use of Personal Protective Equipment that is made available as needed.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record

Posting Number 25ST0334

Posting Open Date 02/13/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

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