Campus Equipment Mechanic: Hands-on Tech & Maintenance

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a technically skilled team member to perform inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of diverse equipment and instruments. The role includes light fabrication and routine cleaning, ensuring devices operate reliably in a health-related environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with 2–3 years of electrical/mechanical experience, familiarity with blueprints, and a strong commitment to safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 2-3 years experience in electrical/mechanical or related environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams or verbal instructions.
• Commitment to safety regulations and proper operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts apparatus, instruments and equipment.
• Works from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams or verbal instructions.
• Performs cleaning of equipment per approved maintenance procedures.
• Instructs housekeeping and nursing staff in basic procedures as needed.
• Maintains records and submits daily work reports.

Education

High school diploma + 2-3 years experience in electrical/mechanical environment

Tools

Band saw

Welders

Gauges & meters

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a technically skilled team member to perform inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of diverse equipment and instruments. The role includes light fabrication and routine cleaning, ensuring devices operate reliably in a health-related environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with 2–3 years of electrical/mechanical experience, familiarity with blueprints, and a strong commitment to safety and quality procedures.