Über diese Operating Engineer 1 Stelle bei Kean University
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Office of Facilities
Operating Engineer I
Under the supervision of the Engineer-in Charge, Chief Operating Engineer and/or Facilities Management, responsibilities include the maintenance and operation of various steam plant systems throughout the University campus, including high pressure steam boilers, low pressure steam boilers and related auxiliary equipment; and performing related work as required.
Operating Engineers may be exposed to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Essential job functions include the ability to walk long distances both indoors and outside; standing for long periods; the ability to climb stairs, bend and stoop; lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; and driving.
The employee will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period to become eligible for a regular appointment. This position requires a flexible schedule.
Qualifications: An appropriate Operating Engineer's license (Blue Seal minimum) of the appropriate grade, issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor; driver’s license valid in the State of New Jersey; and two (2) years of experience in work involving the operation and repair of heating plants and auxiliary equipment is required. Candidate must have knowledge of the various types of boilers, engines, motors, and auxiliary equipment used in power and heating plants and the methods of proper use, care, adjustments and maintenance. Strong electrical and plumbing skills preferred.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $50,539.44 to $68,816.48 (Steps 1-9). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.
SAME Program Applicants: If you are applying under the NJ State as a Model Employer “SAME” Program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your application materials by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the NJ SAME Program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected] or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3. You may also contact Kean’s Recruiting Team at [email protected].
Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
