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University of Rochester

Private research university in Rochester, NY

Mechanic

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$29.89 - $38.99
Senior
Rochester, NY, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent educational training is required.
  • Completion of an approved apprenticeship program or an equivalent combination of formal training and experience is required, with 5-6 years of total experience including apprenticeship time.
  • Able to read and write English, use shop mathematics, charts, tables, and handbook formulae, and read and interpret specialized drawings and diagrams.
  • Use and/or wear safety equipment specified or provided by the University as prescribed, and observe and follow safe work practices specified by OSHA or other regulations.
  • Depending on the functional area, may require 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, and be reachable by telephone at irregular hours for call-in duty.
  • Keep a current phone number and address on file with the Trade Supervisor and Department Office.
Responsibilities
  • Fabricate, assemble, repair, and/or maintain mechanical apparatus, machines, facilities, and/or equipment, using advanced machinery and bench-operation skills and working to close tolerances.
  • Lay out, plan, and complete mechanical fabrication and assembly assignments with minimal supervision.
  • Set up and operate machines as required.
  • Work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, verbal instructions, or experience to complete mechanical assignments and diagnose apparatus, machine, facility, and/or equipment problems.
  • Assemble complicated mechanical components or complete models, instruments, apparatus, and equipment; parts or components may be made by a machinist.
  • Maintain mechanical equipment or apparatus in good and efficient working order, potentially specializing in this work.
  • Perform necessary electrical maintenance on elevators, hoists, conveyors, and electric motors when applicable.
  • Perform basic and routine work commonly assigned to other trades, such as carpentry or electrical tasks, when incidental to mechanical work or required in an emergency.
  • Perform other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.
  • May coordinate activities of lower-classified trades personnel; the position has no formal supervisory authority.

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The University of Rochester is a research university with programs spanning the humanities, health care, business, education, music, engineering, and the sciences.

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