Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Foreperson Maintenance, Shift Supervisor-Housing

Job Category

URA-AFT Administrative

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 Foreperson Maintenance, Shift Supervisor-Housing for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the broad direction of the Associate Director-Operations, the Foreperson Maintenance, Shift Supervisor is responsible for supervising the Housing division shift program, which operates from 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• The role involves overseeing a shift crew of custodial and general maintenance staff in the cleaning, repair, and maintenance of housing facilities across all five campuses in the New Brunswick area.
• The position provides first-line response to emergency situations in residence areas during non-office hours, responding to emergency repair or condition calls with or without the crew.
• Additionally, the role includes maintaining maintenance logs, vendor files, and emergency phone numbers as required by the program.
• Acting as a liaison between Housing and the Facilities shift supervisors on the New Brunswick and Piscataway campuses, the position operates independently without direct supervision while on shift.
  
  

Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Evening

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

04

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary

57356.00

Annual Mid Range Salary

71372.00

Annual Maximum Salary

85388.00

Standard Hours

40.00

Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative

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

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school education or equivalent and a minimum of five years' experience in operations and repairs and custodial services, including supervision of personnel performing these kinds of tasks.
  
  

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver's license and two years of driving experience.
• Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing and possess good organizational skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in maintenance management software.
• The ability to work flexible hours and handle emergency situations effectively is also required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field, with 3-5 years of supervisory experience in facilities management or maintenance.
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures, housing facilities management, and vendor contract processes is important.
• Relevant certifications, such as CFM or OSHA, are a plus.
  
  

Equipment Utilized

• The incumbent must be familiar with and able to operate various maintenance tools and equipment, custodial equipment like floor buffers and carpet cleaners, emergency equipment such as generators and fire alarms, communication devices like radios and smartphones, and maintenance management software for tracking work orders and scheduling shifts.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The position requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying equipment, walking through buildings and exterior areas, and performing inspections. The incumbent must be able to respond to emergency situations, which may involve climbing stairs, working in confined spaces, and handling maintenance tools.
• The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to various weather conditions. The role involves working nights. It may also involve, weekends, and holidays, and requires the ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
  
  

Special Conditions

• Clean driving record.
  
  

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST0820

Posting Open Date

04/24/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick/Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

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

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Maintenance & Janitorial