Mechanic Groundsworker

at Rutgers University
Published June 27, 2026
Location New Brunswick, New Jersey
Category Facilities / Grounds  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Job Summary

Rutgers University is recruiting for a Mechanic Groundsworker in New Brunswick, New Jersey. This higher education position supports the institution through work in Facilities / Grounds. The description below summarizes available employer posting details and is formatted for WPJobBoard import use.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Core Role: Support the functions of Facilities / Grounds within a college or university environment.
  • Student/Campus Support: Serve students, faculty, staff, applicants, researchers, alumni, community members, or campus partners depending on the position.
  • Operations: Maintain accurate records, coordinate communications, manage workflows, and follow institutional procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work with departments, supervisors, and campus partners to improve service delivery and outcomes.
  • Compliance: Support applicable university policies, regulatory expectations, data standards, safety practices, or professional guidelines.

Experience

  • Grounds maintenance, equipment repair, inventory management, facilities operations, and campus services experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills are helpful for this role.
  • Experience in higher education or a related professional setting is preferred when applicable.

Salary

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Location

New Brunswick, New Jersey

Application

Apply directly through the employer posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/search

Source Note

Rutgers search results list a Mechanic Groundsworker for Institutional Planning and Operations.