Mechanic A

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester's University Facilities Center is seeking a skilled trades professional for full-time fabrication and maintenance tasks in Rochester, NY. This role focuses on planning, fabricating, and repairing mechanical equipment, following detailed drawings and instructions, and working within a team under general supervision.

Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience should total a minimum of 5-6 years including apprenticeship time.
• 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 file with Trade Supervisor and Department Office.

Responsibilities

• Lays out, plans, and completes all mechanical fabrication and assembly assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Sets up and operates own machines as required.
• Works from blue prints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and verbal instructions or from experience in completing mechanical assignments and/or diagnosing apparatus, machine, facility, and/or equipment troubles.
• May assemble complicated mechanical components, or complete models, instruments, apparatus and equipment.
• May specialize in maintaining mechanical equipment or apparatus in good and efficient working order.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical fabrication

Reading blueprints

Use of hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

Hand bench tools

Machine shop tools

Precision gauges

Gears

Fixtures

Lathes

Job description

University Facilities Center

Full time

R264101

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):

271 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

100452 UF&S RC Operations

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR IUOE 034 H

Compensation Range:

$29.89 - $38.99

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:

Fabricates, assembles, repairs and/or maintains mechanical apparatus, machines, facilities and/or equipment. Requires advanced knowledge and skill to perform advanced machinery and bench operations. Works to close tolerances.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED

Under general supervision of departmental supervisor.

HOURS

Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED

No formal supervisory authority. May coordinate activities of lower classified trades personnel.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED

A wide variety of hand bench and machine shop tools such as precision gauges, gears, fixtures and lathes.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Lays out, plans, and completes all mechanical fabrication and assembly assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Sets up and operates own machines as required.
• Works from blue prints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and verbal instructions or from experience in completing mechanical assignments and/or diagnosing apparatus, machine, facility, and/or equipment troubles.
• May assemble complicated mechanical components, or complete models, instruments, apparatus and equipment. (Parts or components may be made by a machinist).
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Experience should total a minimum of 5-6 years including apprenticeship time.
• 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 file with Trade Supervisor and Department Office.

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.

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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.