IUOE Mechanic B

University of Rochester
$25 - $32Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent educational training.
  • Able to read and write English; to use shop mathematics, charts, tables and handbook formulae; to read and interpret specialized drawings and diagrams.
  • Completion of approved apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of formal training and experience.
  • Required to use and/or wear safety equipment specified or provided by the University in the manner prescribed.
  • Required to observe and follow safe work practices at all times as specified by OSHA or other regulations.
  • Depending upon functional area, may require a valid motor vehicle operator's license and the ability to operate vehicles in a troublefree, safe and skillful manner.
  • Willingness to work long and irregular hours when assigned.
  • Reachable by telephone at irregular hours for call-in duty.
  • Must keep current phone number and address on files with Trade Supervisor and Department Office.

Responsibilities

  • Fabricates, assembles, repairs and/or maintains mechanical apparatus, machines, facilities and/or equipment.
  • Requires general knowledge and skill to perform fairly complicated machinery and bench operations.
  • May assist higher classified trades personnel or work independently.
  • Works to fairly close tolerances.
  • With limited supervision lays out, plans, and completes mechanical, fabrication, and assembly assignments of moderate difficulty.
  • Assists Mechanic A (or other skilled craftsmen) in tasks involving greater complexity or difficulty.
  • Sets up and operates most machines as required.
  • Works from blue prints, sketches, wiring diagrams and verbal instructions.
  • May assemble and help maintain mechanical and electrical components of complicated models, instruments, apparatus and equipment.
  • May specialize in maintaining mechanical equipment or apparatus in good and efficient working order.
  • May include some electrical components of the equipment such as switches and control panels.
  • May perform necessary electrical maintenance work on elevators, hoists, conveyors, and electric motors.
  • May perform basic and routine level work commonly assigned to other trades (e.g., carpentry or electrical tasks) where performance of such tasks is incidental to performance of the mechanical work or is required in response to an emergency situation.
  • Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.
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