IUOE Equipment Mechanic

Performs technical and mechanical work in the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, repairing, adjusting, limited fabrication and cleaning of apparatus, instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs technical and mechanical work in the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, repairing, adjusting, limited fabrication and cleaning of apparatus, instruments and equipment; Checks, troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts apparatus, instruments and equipment according to specific procedures; Performs necessary electrical and electronic work on beds, lifts and other related equipment; Fabricates parts not requiring extensive machining; Works from blue prints, sketches, wiring diagrams and verbal instructions in completing mechanical, electrical, electronic assignments and/or diagnosing apparatus, instruments and equipment; Performs cleaning of equipment, instruments and apparatus in accordance with approved maintenance procedures; Instructs Housekeeping in basic cleaning of equipment; Instructs Nursing staff in proper operating procedures of equipment; Performs basic and routine level work commonly assigned to other trades; Keeps records and makes daily reports of work; Complies with safety regulations of the University and of Local, State, and Federal Agencies; Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order; Performs other duties requiring comparable skills and responsibility as directed

Requirements

High school diploma plus 2-3 years experience in an electrical/mechanical or related environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience