IUOE Building Mechanic A

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is hiring for a skilled trades worker to repair and maintain mechanical equipment and building utilities at our Rochester campus. The role requires a high school diploma and 2–4 years of hands-on mechanical or building trades experience.

You will read blueprints, fix electrical/plumbing lines, and balance heating systems while working under supervision and following safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2–4 years experience in a mechanical/building trades or related environment.
• Ability to read and write English and perform mathematical calculations.
• Depending on functional area, may require a valid motor vehicle operator's license and the ability to operate vehicles safely.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains mechanical equipment and building utilities.
• Disassembles, replaces components, reassembles and aligns items to tolerance.
• Repairs electrical and plumbing lines and fixtures as needed.
• Maintains heating systems and balances systems using controls.
• Receives service requests and initiates requisitions for parts and supplies.
• Works from blueprints and sketches and follows verbal instructions.
• Keeps records of daily work and prepares reports.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains a clean work area.
• Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility.

Skills

English proficiency

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.

Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 900455 UF&S MC Operations Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR IUOE 031

Compensation Range: $26.76 - $34.61. The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

Repairs and maintains buildings and most utility systems and equipment, performing a variety of services and skills, including repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment, machines and facilities.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED

Under general supervision of departmental administrator, with delegation to appropriate supervisory personnel.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED

No formal supervision is exercised. May coordinate the efforts of lower classified trades personnel or students.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED

Hand and power tools common to the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, tile and other building trades.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• 1.Repairs mechanical equipment by disassembling, replacing components, reassembling, and alignment and adjustment to common tolerances. Usually handles moderately complex items such as blowers, door locks, and similar mechanical apparatus, not involving extensive machining of parts, precise alignment, or special hazards such as toxic refrigerants.
• 2.Repairs certain electrical and plumbing lines, and most types of fixtures and equipment. Checks, traces, and repairs or replaces defective lines, temporarily shutting down local or building service when necessary. Repairs or replaces appliances, sinks, faucets, drains, water closets, most fixtures and equipment such as certain electric motors, switches, outlets, etc., not involving complete and extensive rebuilding, installation or modification of service such as work that would be performed by licensed trades personnel.
• 3.Repairs or replaces certain components of buildings such as tile, doors, walls, windows, stairs, roofs, woodwork, and cabinets. May construct temporary partitions. Maintains heating systems and balances systems using controls and valves.
• 4.Receives and answers service requests and trouble calls. Initiates requisitions for spare parts, supplies, and special services, and maintains a stock of commonly used spare parts.
• 5.Works from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and from verbal instructions.
• 6.Keeps records and makes reports of daily work.
• 7.Compiles with safety regulations of the University and of local, state and federal agencies.
• 8.Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
• 9.Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma plus 2-4 years experience in a mechanical/building trades or related environment to provide the necessary experience to perform the above tasks; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and write English and make mathematical calculations.
• 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.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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.