Township Seeking Applicants for Maintenance Position

The Township of Hillsborough is accepting applications for a building maintenance position, involving the general maintenance of the Township’s public building.

General duties of the position include, but are not limited to, repairing doors locks, hinges and windows as needed;
performing minor patching, glazing, painting and caulking; maintaining walk areas by sweeping, shoveling and clearing; repairing and replacing light fixtures, outlets, fuses, plugs and cords; removing trash and completing other custodial work; moving tables, chairs, equipment and other items; and general plumbing repairs and maintenance.

The township said applicants should be proficient at both reading and writing English to ensure complete communication between personnel. At least one year of experience in the maintenance and repair of building facilities is required.

Additionally, applicants must have:

• A valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Knowledge of proper procedures used in making routine repairs and skillful use of tools and equipment.
• Possess the ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written direction; to learn quickly from oral and written demonstration; to work harmoniously with others; to work for long periods in emergency situations and remain on the job until all repairs have been made and to operate and skillfully use other specialized tools and equipment.
• Good health and freedom from disabling physical and mental defects which would impair the proper performance of required duties or which might endanger the health and safety of oneself or others.
• Required to pass a drug screen and a Functional Capacity Evaluation.

Applicants are asked to send all resumes and cover letters by email to dborngesser@hillsborough-nj.org.