IUOE Mechanic A

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

8d•$31 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Fabricates, assembles, repairs, and/or maintains mechanical apparatus, machines, facilities, and equipment. The role requires advanced knowledge and skill in machinery and bench operations and work to close tolerances. The mechanic plans and completes mechanical fabrication and assembly assignments with minimal supervision, operates machines, and diagnoses or resolves equipment problems using drawings, diagrams, instructions, or experience. Work may include assembling complex components, maintaining equipment, performing some electrical maintenance, and carrying out incidental basic tasks from other trades. The position operates under general supervision of a departmental supervisor and has no formal supervisory authority, though it may coordinate the activities of lower-classified trades personnel. The role is based at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, with a 40-hour workweek on the UR evening shift. The stated compensation range is $30.78–$40.16, with pay set according to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent educational training.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to use shop mathematics, charts, tables, and handbook formulae.
Ability to read and interpret specialized drawings and diagrams.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program or an equivalent combination of formal training and experience.
A minimum of 5–6 years of experience, including apprenticeship time.
Ability to use and/or wear required safety equipment and follow OSHA or other applicable safety regulations.
Depending on the functional area, may need a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and the ability to operate vehicles safely and skillfully.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours when assigned.
Availability by telephone at irregular hours for call-in duty.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, assemble, repair, and maintain mechanical apparatus, machines, facilities, and equipment to close tolerances.
Plan and complete mechanical fabrication and assembly assignments with minimal supervision.
Set up and operate machines as required.
Use blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, verbal instructions, and experience to complete assignments and diagnose problems.
Assemble complicated mechanical components, models, instruments, apparatus, and equipment as needed.
Maintain mechanical equipment or apparatus in good and efficient working order.
Perform necessary electrical maintenance on elevators, hoists, conveyors, and electric motors as applicable.
Perform basic and routine work commonly assigned to other trades when incidental to mechanical work or required in an emergency.
Coordinate activities of lower-classified trades personnel when needed.
Perform other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.
Use or wear University-specified safety equipment and follow applicable safe work practices.
Be reachable by telephone at irregular hours for call-in duty and keep current contact information on file.