Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Craft Trainee (New Brunswick) |
| Job Category |
AFSCME Local 888 |
| Department |
IPO-Facilities Maintenance-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 Craft Trainee (New Brunswick) for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The
CRAFT Trainee Program is designed to develop well-trained, skilled workers to fill critical trade positions within the Rutgers Division of Institutional Planning and Operations. The Program provides an education and on-the-job training, as well as progressive employment and promotional opportunities leading to full journeyman status upon successful completion and graduation of the Program.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Perform a variety of semi-skilled duties in the trade area into which he/she is hired. M
- Must successfully complete the educational requirement in the trade while receiving on-the-job training.
- To remain eligible, trainees must improve and acquire a thorough knowledge of their specific trade and adhere to the regulations and policy on grades and attendance as required by the school and the University.
- Upon successful completion of both aspects of the program, the incumbent will attain full journeyman status.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Hours Per Week |
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| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
12 |
| Position Salary |
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| Annual Minimum Salary |
36257.500 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary |
42487.870 |
| Annual Maximum Salary |
48872.140 |
| 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 |
- High school/vocational school or equivalent education.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- Within six months of selection, must obtain a driver's license.
- Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
- Multiple Vacancies
- Shift/Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST0611 |
| Posting Open Date |
03/20/2025 |
| 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, 03/28/2025. Although
AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. |
| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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, 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 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 |
Rutgers University
Apr 19, 2025