Custodian - Housing Job at Rutgers University in New Brunswick

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Custodian - Housing

Job Category: AFSCME Local 888

Department: IPO-Envir. Services-New Bruns.

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 Custodian-Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).

• Performs a wide variety of routine custodial duties required to maintain buildings and grounds in a clean and habitable condition.
• Performs basic maintenance and repair duties on University facilities and equipment.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 08

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 33711.880

Mid Range Salary: 37014.710

Maximum Salary: 42482.880

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours (per week): 40.00

Standard Hours: 40.00

Daily Work Shift:

Work Arrangement:

Union Description: AFSCME - Local 888

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit: Housing - New Brunswick

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• No experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Special Conditions

• Shift hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM

Posting Details

Posting Number: 25ST0974

Posting Open Date: 05/01/2025

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, 05/09/2025. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Location Details:

Pre-employment, Immunization & Equal Opportunity

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement