IUOE Mechanic A

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. Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.

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; 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 where performance of such tasks is incidental to mechanical work or in response to an emergency; Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent educational training; Able to read and write English; Able to use shop mathematics, charts, tables and handbook formulae; Able to read and interpret specialized drawings and diagrams; Completion of approved apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of formal training and experience; Minimum 5-6 years of experience including apprenticeship time; Required to use and/or wear safety equipment specified or provided by the University; 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 safe and skillful manner; Willingness to work long and irregular hours when assigned; Must be 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