Engineer - The College of New Jersey : Job Details

Job Title: Stationary Engineer - Blue Seal, (Operating Engineer Heating and Air Conditioning) (Classified/Competitive) NJ CSC Job Title & Code: 40433- Operating Engineer, Heating and Air Conditioning Job Category: IFPTE, 40-Hour Workweek, Non-Exempt Union Description: IFPTE - Crafts Class Code: 17 Internal Salary Range: C18/$53,357.54-$75,246.35 External Salary Range: C18/$53,357.54-$60,653.81 (Steps 1-4) The internal salary range is used for applicants who are current NJ state employees with underlying classified status for promotional calculations who meet the requirements below. The external salary range is used for candidates who are not NJ state employees who meet the requirements below. Position Summary: The College of New Jersey's Department of Facilities and Administrative Services is a large operational service organization that provides a broad array of services to the campus community through the following offices: Access Control Services, Automotive Services, Building Services, Campus Space Management Services, Energy and Central Utilities, Facilities Operations, Grounds and Landscape Maintenance Services, Mailing and Receiving Services, Occupational Safety and Environmental Services and Risk Management Services. This position resides within the Central Utilities Plant of the Office of Energy and Central Utilities. Under the direction of the Chief Operating Engineer, the selected candidate will take a leading part in the operation, maintenance, adjustment, and minor repair of the Central Utilities Plant, including cogeneration, steam, and chiller plants and all associated auxiliary equipment. Main Responsibilities: Serves as shift engineer in charge in the operation of the cogeneration plant, boilers, turbines, generators, chillers, and auxiliary equipment used in the Central Utilities Plant. Operates, maintains, and makes repairs to the cogeneration plant, generators, boilers, chillers, feed and vacuum pumps, fans, compressors, governors, and chemical treatment equipment. Makes periodic comprehensive tests and takes readings of fuel consumption, pressure, room circulating units, draft conditions, temperature and steam flow, and other recordings. Performs water quality tests and chemically treats plant water systems. Ensures plant operation maintains environmental compliance with NJ DEP and US EPA requirements cited in Title V air permit. Perform other related duties as required. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Applicant will be required to possess an Operating Engineer's License (Blue Seal Minimum) of appropriate grade and type as issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor Possession of valid driver's license in good standing issued by state of residence is required Two (2) years of experience in the adjustment, repair, operation, and maintenance of air conditioning and heating plants and auxiliary equipment Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position Provisional Note: This position is in the classified (career) service. Applicants selected from this recruitment will be appointed provisionally at this time. Applicants applying for this position must also apply for the New Jersey Civil Service Commission announcement at a later time and be reachable on the resulting eligible list for this location. Appointees who fail to be reachable on the resulting eligible list may be subject to separation from their provisional title. Upon/if becoming permanent in the position, is contingent upon the successful completion of a four-month probationary period. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated minimum two (2) years of broad experience in commercial/industrial environment as an Operating Engineer in work involving operation and maintenance of boilers, engines, motors, turbines, and auxiliary equipment used in power generation, heating plants, and chiller plants. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position. Employer Qualifications: Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and reference checks. Residency Requirement: 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. About TCNJ: 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. Employee Benefits: As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including: Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program Employee and dependant Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee affinity groups New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.) Access to extensive learning opportunities To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more! Application Instructions: Qualified candidates should apply online with the provided link 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 candidate is selected. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $53,358 - $60,654 Annual Bonus/Commission: No