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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here.

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Rowan Employee Benefits

Rowan University offers a comprehensive benefits package to its staff and faculty members* including health, prescription, and dental coverage, vision reimbursement, a variety of investment options including mandatory pension programs and voluntary retirement savings opportunities, tuition benefits and scholarships, and paid time off. For more information on available benefits at Rowan, please visit the Benefits website. Benefits available to employees of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine can be viewed here.

*Available benefits are dependent upon employee class and union affiliation.

Operating Engineer III, Physical Plant - Rowan-Virtua SOM (Stratford, NJ)

Apply now Job no: 500995
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Stratford, New Jersey
Categories: Facilities - Maintenance

Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of low-pressure steam boilers and auxiliary equipment in a Power Plant setting. Ensures systems are running efficiently and safely, with full compliance to regulatory standards. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Operate and maintain:

    • Boilers, motors, compressors, pumps, valves, blowers.

  2. Ensure maximum energy efficiency.

  3. Perform and record tests:

    • Fuel consumption, pressure, temperature, steam flow.

  4. Add required chemical treatments for steam, water, and fuel.

  5. Maintain compliance with regulations and safety standards.

  6. Maintain a clean, orderly work environment.

  7. Conduct continuous inspections and report issues.

  8. Be on-call for Power Plant emergencies.

  9. Maintain detailed logs and records, and complete all paperwork.

  10. Analyze and troubleshoot problems.

  11. Perform additional duties as assigned including maintenance task through out multiple buildings and snow removal.

   Qualifications

  • Education/Experience:

    • Experience with operating and maintaining Low-pressure steam boilers and related equipment.

    • Must have New Jersey Black Seal License.

    • Valid NJ Driver’s License required

   Physical Demands

  • Over 2/3 of the time:

    • Standing, walking, reaching, handling tools, crouching, climbing ladders.

  • Lifting Requirements:

    • Up to 25 lbs: Frequently

    • Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally

    • Over 100 lbs: Rarely

  • Other Demands:

    • Use of ladders, handling 55-gallon drums, hearing alarms, using communication devices.

    • This is a 24/7 365 day facility and you will be required to work all and any shifts based on seniority. 

   Work Environment

  • Regular exposure (over 2/3 of time):

    • Wet/humid conditions, extreme heat, moving parts, loud noise, electrical risks, toxic chemicals, vibrations.

  • Occasional exposure (< 2/3 of time):

    • Outdoor weather, extreme cold, high places, bloodborne pathogens (PPE provided).

  • PPE Includes:

    • Gloves, aprons, full-face masks, goggles, hearing protection, coveralls, hard hats.

SALARY INFORMATION: 

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the starting rate for each level is equivalent to the probationary rate listed below based on the collective bargaining unit guidelines. After completion of a six-month probationary period, the employee's pay can increase to the mid-range or “Job Rate” for that position. Depending on experience, the candidate may be hired at the "Job Rate (Mid)"  or "Two Year Rate (Max)" to start.  

Min: $28.88 

Mid:  $29.48 

Max: $30.37    

*Employees must have 4+ years of applicable experience to be hired above the probationary rate per the collective bargaining agreement. 

BENEFIT INFORMATION:

For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents). 

For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

NOTES: 

  • This position posting will be active until the job is filled.
  • Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

Note on STEM-OPT Employment
Please note that STEM OPT employment is not permitted at Rowan University. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the student's employer must be registered in E-Verify and must use the system to verify all new employees. While Rowan University is registered in the E-Verify system, the University does not use the system to verify all new employees, only those that are working on a Federal Contract. This means that Rowan does not permit individuals to work at the University using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization.
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Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

For information on the Title IX Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault policy and grievance procedures, please click here. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Rowan is committed in assisting all members of our University community in providing for their safety and security.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Rowan University Police Department (RUPD), Clery Act webpage here. 

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, RUPD authority/jurisdiction, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on all our campuses. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University on-campus student housing facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years, including reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act or the "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Police Department.

 If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the RUPD Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or email: cleryact@rowan.edu.