Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Equipment Operator Job Category AFSCME Local 888 Department IPO-Facilities Grounds-NB 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 Equipment Operator for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).Among the key duties of this position are the following:Operates, checks, services, and with assistance, performs emergency and minor repairs of heavy mechanized construction and maintenance equipment.May assist crafts workers in performing construction and maintenance work. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 14 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 39518.650 Annual Mid Range Salary 46395.160 Annual Maximum Salary 53573.790 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 Three years experience or training in operation and maintenance of heavy equipment to include, but not limited to, backhoe/loader, sweeper and farm type equipment. Certifications/Licenses Valid driver's license and two years driving experience. Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Air Brake endorsement must be obtained at the expense of the employee within 90 days of date of employment. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must be able to read, write and speak English as commensurate with job duties and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pmClean Driving Record Posting Details Posting Number 24ST2839 Posting Open Date 12/12/2024 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, 12/20/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway 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, p regnancy, 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
