Newark, NJ Job Details Full-time $78,336 - $119,165 a year 1 day ago Benefits 457(b) Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Flextime Vision insurance Life insurance Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Fabrication High school diploma or GED Driver's License EPA Universal Certification Woodworking Full Job Description The New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) is a state agency responsible for maintaining the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway - two of the busiest toll roads in the United States. The NJTA is dedicated to the safe and efficient movement of people and goods along their toll roads. Every day, the Authority's highways provide the safest, quickest, and most convenient routes for hundreds of commuters, truckers, and recreational travelers.
Our Mission:
We are committed to constantly improving the safety, technology, and resiliency of our toll roadway systems through sound fiscal policy and maintaining an excellent state of good repair that promotes the connectedness of our customers across the state and region.
Position:
The New Jersey Turnpike Authority is accepting applications for Mechanical Craftsperson on the New Jersey Turnpike highway. This is a multi-faceted, hybrid position that incorporates HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and fabrication. Installs, maintains and repairs mechanical components and systems, including heating, refrigeration, plumbing, air conditioning, electrical machines, motors, compressors, and signage.
Responsibilities:
Maintains, repairs, and installs air conditioning/refrigeration systems. Must be able to work independently and make good judgment decisions without extensive supervision and fulfill the physical requirements of the position. Maintains repairs and installs heating systems. Fabricate and install signage. Repairs and replaces all parts of toll booths (windows, doors, cash drawers, etc.). Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures, water, and sewer lines. Installs and repairs locks and related hardware. Must be able to identify and order parts for equipment repairs. Performs general building maintenance functions including painting, plastering, and general carpentry work. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements for the job. Management reserves the right to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent. Trade school graduate with certification covering the four basics courses. (Heating, electrical, refrigeration and air conditioning). The above may be substituted for college course credits in four basics (heating, electrical, refrigeration and air conditioning). May have to take Authority mechanical examination. Must possess a Universal Card and obtain a Black Seal License within one year of occupying the job title Must have a valid New Jersey driver's license Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License within six months of occupying the job title.
Benefits and Pay :
Starting pay will be the minimum salary stated in this posting. Determination of work location or shift shall be made following offer of employment. Positions is located at one of the New Jersey Turnpike highway maintenance yards in Newark. This position is ineligible for flex time and/or telework. Toll-free commutation is available for employee travel to and from work on the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This position is represented by IFPTE Local 194. All Local 194 NJTA full time employees are entitled to participate in the following benefits per the guidelines of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA): Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance after applicable waiting period; enrollment in the NJ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) if eligible; PERS Life insurance and PERS Supplemental Life Insurance; Group Life Insurance; Worker's Compensation Insurance; 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan; Time off including holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days, leave of absences, and other pre-approved days off after applicable waiting periods. Prospective public employees should be aware that the New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public authorities to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law. The NJTA is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay:
$78,336.00 - $119,165.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
