Senior Director, Mechanical Maintenance

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Senior Director, Mechanical Maintenance

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department
IPO-Facilities Operations Svcs

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 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Director, Mechanical Maintenance for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the broad guidance and direction of the Associate Vice President of Facilities Operations, the incumbent directs and leads all mechanical maintenance activities for campuses located in New Brunswick and Piscataway, NJ as well as outlying areas across the state. The campuses located in New Brunswick are known as College Avenue, Cook, and Douglass and the campuses are known as Busch and Livingston in Piscataway.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• This position is responsible for the delivery of all mechanical maintenance, projects, and operational services for campuses located in New Brunswick and Piscataway, NJ. The facility types under this authority primarily includes academic, clinical, research, vivarium, and administrative buildings for undergraduate and graduate students. The physical plant and sophisticated infrastructure supports approximately 543 buildings.
• Provides leadership and broad direction for mechanical maintenance operations and services for all campuses located in New Brunswick and Piscataway, with representation from at least five collective bargaining units. The functional areas represent the services and operations for mechanical maintenance for university properties found on five distinct campuses: College Avenue, Cook, Douglass, Busch, and Livingston, all located in New Brunswick and Piscataway.
• Responsible for implementing approved policies, procedures, programs, and standards for the delivery of all related operational services, which collectively fall into the unit goals and objectives.
• Works closely with Associate Directors and Area Managers for Mechanical Maintenance to ensure that policies, procedures, programs, and standards are implemented consistently across respective campuses.
• Collaborates with other campus leadership regarding mechanical maintenance matters, the Facilities Condition Analysis Group regarding equipment asset collection, and Project Administration regarding capital and renovation projects and activities.
• Provides resources for the successful delivery of services, ensuring quality and consistency across the five New Brunswick and Piscataway campuses.
• Assesses the effectiveness of policies, procedures, programs, and standards and provides reports and recommendations as required to the Associate Vice President of Facilities Operations.

Position Status
Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
09

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary
120741.00

Annual Mid Range Salary
152826.00

Annual Maximum Salary
184911.00

Standard Hours
37.50

Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)

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
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in management or engineering with extensive experience in maintenance management, utilities operations, and facilities management; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience with demonstrated leadership and management skills in a highly complex organization.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of facilities management in a university setting.
• Requires excellent human relations, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. The position requires a valid driver's license.
• Mechanical Engineering: Understanding of mechanical systems, maintenance practices, and infrastructure management is crucial for overseeing mechanical maintenance activities.
• Facilities Management: Knowledge of facilities operations, including maintenance, project management, and operational services, is necessary to manage the diverse range of buildings and infrastructure.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations related to building and fire codes is important to ensure compliance and safety.
• Leadership and Management: Advanced knowledge in leadership principles, team management, and organizational behavior is needed to lead and develop staff effectively.
• Strategic Planning and Budgeting: Skills in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation are essential for managing large-scale operations and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills is required to interact with diverse stakeholders and resolve issues diplomatically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale operations across multiple campuses or locations.
• Proven leadership experience in a complex organization, preferably in a higher education setting.

Equipment Utilized

• Integrated work management system, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The Senior Director Grade 9 position requires the ability to move around various campus locations, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs. The role involves using hands and fingers for handling tools and controls, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities such as close, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment are necessary, along with the ability to understand verbal instructions in noisy environments. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in adverse weather conditions, with noise levels ranging from moderate to loud. The position involves exposure to mechanical parts, electrical hazards, and other safety risks, requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed. Additionally, time is spent in an office setting for administrative tasks, meetings, and planning.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number
25ST0555

Posting Open Date
03/13/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City
Piscataway/New Brunswick

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