Repairer - Housing Repair Shop
- Employer
- The College of New Jersey
- Location
- New Jersey, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 9, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Facilities Management & Physical Plant, Auxiliary Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff, and strongly encourages women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.
The Office Facilities Operations is seeking candidates for the position of Repairer in the Housing Repair Shop.
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Housing Repair, the Repairer is responsible for the general maintenance and repair work of residential buildings on campus, including office equipment and furnishings; in addition to other related work as required.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provides preventative maintenance and repairs of water,
drainage waste, toilet bowls, wash basins, and urinals; and
radiators, and other types of basic repairs to plumbing,
appliances, and machinery. Will be required to assist trades
wherever needed.
- Provides maintenance and repairs in the painting of wood,
metal, brick, and cement walls, floors, and ceilings of the
interior and exterior buildings; basic repairs of cabinets, desks,
chairs, and other furnishings and equipment; Repair and maintenance
of buildings, office furniture, screens, storm sashes, frames,
windows, ceilings, partitions, and other types of carpentry
work.
- Provides maintenance and repairs in the basic repairs and
maintenance of walls, ceilings, interior and exterior brickwork,
tile floors, drains, cement and concrete floors, and other types of
masonry, plastering, and stone work to include mixing, placing, and
finishing concrete. Must repair or replace VCT floor tiles, ceiling
tiles, and stair treads in all areas needed. Repair, adjust or
replace door closers and hardware.
- Provides maintenance and repairs in the installation,
inspection, repair, and maintenance of cables, wiring, motors,
pumps, refrigerators, radios, and other types of electrical
equipment, telephone lines, and other types of appliance repairs.
Will maintain, repair or replace lighting components, ballasts,
lamps, lenses, and fixtures as needed; Repairs and maintenance of
copper leaders and gutters, roof drains, including the operations
of flashing, and weatherproofing products. Responsible for basic
repairs to kitchen pots, steamers, cans, pails, and other kitchen
and ventilators, air ducts, and lighting.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in work involving the
inspection, repair, and general maintenance of household, office,
and other equipment, fixtures, fittings, appliances, machinery,
furnishings, and buildings.
- High School Diploma
- Possession of a valid driver's license in good standing issued
by state of residence is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in preventative
maintenance of all types of general maintenance.
- Preferred demonstrated minimum of three (3) years of broad
experience in commercial/industrial or higher education environment
as a repairer in preventative maintenance of all types of general
maintenance.
- Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and reference checks
- COVID-19 Testing and Compliance - The College has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement. To learn more, please read the policy here: COVID-19 Requirements and Protocols. https://hr.tcnj.edu/covid-19-employee-info/
TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.
Contact Information
Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.
In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
Company
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.
Known for its natural beauty, the college is situated on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township, New Jersey, in close proximity to both New York City and Philadelphia. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for a wealth of degree programs offered through the college’s seven schools: Arts and Communication; Business; Education; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Nursing and Health Sciences; and Science. Five signature experiences are the hallmark of a TCNJ education. They include a personalized, collaborative, and rigorous education; undergraduate research, mentored internships, and field experiences; community engaged learning; global engagement; and leadership development.
TCNJ’s longstanding commitment to faculty-student collaboration was recognized in 2015 by the Council on Undergraduate Research, which named the college the recipient of its inaugural “Campus-wide Award for Undergraduate Research Accomplishment.” In 2006, TCNJ was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.
Essential to its mission, TCNJ believes in the transformative power of education to develop critical thinkers, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners and leaders. Leadership programming is offered throughout an undergraduate’s career, as well as other programs and services aimed at students’ social, emotional, career, academic, spiritual, and physical development.
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is committed to attracting, motivating, and retaining a highly qualified and diverse workforce to support our mission. Our commitment to diversity is guided by our spirit of service toward our students, faculty and staff. The campus provides a multitude of cultural and social experiences that further broaden and enrich the lives of our College and community members. The College of New Jersey is proud to offer a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits for all eligible employees
We invite you to discover what TCNJ has to offer.
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