Rutgers University
Base pay range
$31.31/hr - $31.31/hr
Position Details Recruitment/Posting Title: Plumber/Steamfitter I
Job Category: Staff & Executive – Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department (IPO‑Facilities Maintenance‑NB Overview)
Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective‑negotiation agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations across the state of New Jersey, including planning, construction, facilities, public safety, emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Plumber/Steamfitter I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, the candidate performs a variety of maintenance repairs, installation/replacement of plumbing systems and fixtures, including supply systems, DWV, heating, and steam equipment. The role also assists in the work direction of other mechanics and trades helpers.
Duties
Operate, maintain, repair, and install pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, heating fixtures, steam fixtures, regulators, valves, and various system elements/appliances.
Respond to plumbing trouble calls and requests within the facilities using hand tools, power tools, equipment analysis, and installation testing.
Perform routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and inspections on plumbing systems, equipment, and related systems, including ancillary equipment such as exchangers, regulators, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves, and medical air/gas systems.
Install, repair, and maintain water, gas, oil, waste disposal, high‑pressure steam, and high‑temperature hot water systems. Install, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on furnaces, heat exchanges, and pumping systems.
Prepare, maintain, and submit requisitions, work orders, records, and reports to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction.
Maintain daily lime sheets and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
Prepare or work from sketches, plans, and specifications in accordance with plumbing standards.
Analyze situations requiring modification or repair of facility equipment/systems and recommend solutions.
Perform pipe and filling insulation and labeling.
Assist in the work direction of other mechanics, facility staff, trades helpers, and/or other skilled trades as needed.
Understand and adhere to Rutgers’ compliance standards as outlined in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
FLSA & Salary Grade 210 – Minimum Salary $31.31, Mid‑Range Salary $31.81, Maximum Salary $32.76.
The final salary offer may be determined by candidate qualifications, experience, market benchmarks, and departmental or grant funds. Rutgers is committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain 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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Position Status Full‑time, 40 hour week, standard hours, daily work shift, work arrangement, union description IUOE 68, Payroll designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff – 12 month Position. Pension eligibility PERS.
Qualifications
Technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial, or health‑care setting.
Valid driver’s license required.
Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading is required, as is thorough knowledge of all applicable (local, state, and national) codes.
New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License preferred.
Equipment & Physical Demands
Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, including lifting equipment exceeding 50 pounds and working on roofs, scaffolds, and ladders.
Requires work in wet or humid conditions, near mechanical moving parts, high precarious places, among fumes and airborne particles, outdoors, under vibration up to 2/3 of the time, and in extreme hot or cold conditions. May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, and radiation less than 1/3 of the time. Moderate noise conditions are typical. Requires near, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Special Conditions
Clean driving record
Posting Details Posting Number: 25ST2544 Open Date: 12/10/2025
Applicant Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Writing Sample 1
Pre‑employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1, if employment commences during flu season, Rutgers may require proof of seasonal influenza vaccination unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of a candidate’s offer or disciplinary action.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, preferential or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.
Supplemental Questions
Do you have a technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial, or health‑care setting?
Yes
/
No
Do you have a valid driver’s license?
Yes
/
No
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Position Details Recruitment/Posting Title: Plumber/Steamfitter I
Job Category: Staff & Executive – Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department (IPO‑Facilities Maintenance‑NB Overview)
Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective‑negotiation agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations across the state of New Jersey, including planning, construction, facilities, public safety, emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Plumber/Steamfitter I for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction, the candidate performs a variety of maintenance repairs, installation/replacement of plumbing systems and fixtures, including supply systems, DWV, heating, and steam equipment. The role also assists in the work direction of other mechanics and trades helpers.
Duties
Operate, maintain, repair, and install pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, heating fixtures, steam fixtures, regulators, valves, and various system elements/appliances.
Respond to plumbing trouble calls and requests within the facilities using hand tools, power tools, equipment analysis, and installation testing.
Perform routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and inspections on plumbing systems, equipment, and related systems, including ancillary equipment such as exchangers, regulators, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves, and medical air/gas systems.
Install, repair, and maintain water, gas, oil, waste disposal, high‑pressure steam, and high‑temperature hot water systems. Install, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on furnaces, heat exchanges, and pumping systems.
Prepare, maintain, and submit requisitions, work orders, records, and reports to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction.
Maintain daily lime sheets and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
Prepare or work from sketches, plans, and specifications in accordance with plumbing standards.
Analyze situations requiring modification or repair of facility equipment/systems and recommend solutions.
Perform pipe and filling insulation and labeling.
Assist in the work direction of other mechanics, facility staff, trades helpers, and/or other skilled trades as needed.
Understand and adhere to Rutgers’ compliance standards as outlined in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
FLSA & Salary Grade 210 – Minimum Salary $31.31, Mid‑Range Salary $31.81, Maximum Salary $32.76.
The final salary offer may be determined by candidate qualifications, experience, market benchmarks, and departmental or grant funds. Rutgers is committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain 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 (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Position Status Full‑time, 40 hour week, standard hours, daily work shift, work arrangement, union description IUOE 68, Payroll designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff – 12 month Position. Pension eligibility PERS.
Qualifications
Technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial, or health‑care setting.
Valid driver’s license required.
Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading is required, as is thorough knowledge of all applicable (local, state, and national) codes.
New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License preferred.
Equipment & Physical Demands
Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, including lifting equipment exceeding 50 pounds and working on roofs, scaffolds, and ladders.
Requires work in wet or humid conditions, near mechanical moving parts, high precarious places, among fumes and airborne particles, outdoors, under vibration up to 2/3 of the time, and in extreme hot or cold conditions. May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, and radiation less than 1/3 of the time. Moderate noise conditions are typical. Requires near, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Special Conditions
Clean driving record
Posting Details Posting Number: 25ST2544 Open Date: 12/10/2025
Applicant Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Writing Sample 1
Pre‑employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1, if employment commences during flu season, Rutgers may require proof of seasonal influenza vaccination unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of a candidate’s offer or disciplinary action.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, preferential or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.
Supplemental Questions
Do you have a technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment in an educational, industrial, or health‑care setting?
Yes
/
No
Do you have a valid driver’s license?
Yes
/
No
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