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Sr Painter/Maintenance Mechanic

Rutgers University, Newark, NJ, United States


Sr Painter/Maintenance Mechanic

Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr Painter/Maintenance Mechanic for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Works independently in a “zone” or as the only Painter/Maintenance Mechanic on a particular campus, reporting directly to a second-level supervisor.

Responsibilities

Guide or instruct other staff in the performance of a wide range of painting and mechanical duties required for all University facilities.

Carry out duties based on work orders which provide little or no instruction or assistance.

Estimate work and procure appropriate materials for self or group.

Guide and instruct craft trainees.

Perform any duties of the group.

May be assigned to perform general duties in other trade areas.

Shift hours: Mon-Fri 7:00AM-3:30PM.

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:

High school/vocational school education or equivalent, plus three years of experience in performing painting assignments.

Successful completion of an approved training program or a certified apprenticeship plus two years experience with proven competency in complex painting assignments may substitute the above experience.

Certifications/ Licenses:

Valid driver’s license with at least two years of driving experience.

Must successfully complete Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Competent in performing complex and varied painting assignments.

Good communication skills, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications:

May need to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.

Benefits

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

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu
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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. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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