Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Operating Engineer Apprentice

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 Apprentice for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the supervision of the Plant Manager and guidance of an Operating Engineer, the Operating Engineer Apprentice is responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing stationary steam boilers and auxiliary equipment at various facilities.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Operates, maintains, and repairs boilers, chillers, turbines, motors, pumps, generators, compressors, blowers, valves, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Operates the Power Plant at maximum efficiency at all times, resulting in a minimum of energy
• consumption.
• Periodically makes comprehensive tests, takes readings, and maintains logs of fuel consumption, water conditions, pressures, temperatures, steam flow, and other readings.
• Adds chemicals to treat steam, water, and fuel in accordance with requirements as prescribed.
• Responsible for compliance with all regulations.
• Keeps work area clean and neat.
• Makes continual inspections of equipment and systems in the area of responsibility and reports conditions to the Manager of Engineering.
• Remains available for all Power Plant emergencies.
• Completes all paperwork in a timely manner. Maintains the logs, records, and files of the Power Plants. Gives a detailed exchange of information to the 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 as needed.
• Understands and adheres to RBHS’s compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate
• Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Performs other related duties as required

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 150

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 22.220

Mid Range Salary 22.720

Maximum Salary 23.400

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

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

• Must have satisfactorily completed at least 10th grade or possess a certificate of equivalency.

Certifications/Licenses

• Black Seal High Pressure in-charge License
• Valid Driver’s License

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: 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 he 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. 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, annunciator panels). The job requires moving a 55-gallon drum or picking up a ladder.

Work Environment: 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 blood-borne pathogens that require the use of Personal Protective Equipment, which is provided, occurs 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: neoprene, insulated, waterproof, electrical, and other types of gloves, neoprene aprons, full face masks, and goggles for eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats, coveralls, etc.

Special Conditions

• Advancement: Must achieve license in accordance with the following schedule: Blue Seal- not more than 12 months after start of the program. After receipt of the Blue Seal, the employee may choose employment as a regular Operator (Operating Engineer III), if and when such a position is open. Failure to achieve a license within the set time as described above will result in dismissal.
• Multiple Vacancies
• Clean Driving Record

Posting Number 25ST2447

Posting Open Date 11/26/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents: With the submission of your application, please ensure that an updated resume is uploaded. Your resume must include the month and year for each position in your employment history, as well as indicate whether each role was full-time, part-time, or per-diem.

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

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