Monroe Community College

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic I (Public Safety Training Facility-Scottsville Rd location) - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Support Staff/Civil Service Job Type: Full Time Posted On: Wed Sep 9 2026 Job Description:

This is a skilled position responsible for efficient and workmanlike performance of a variety of building, installation, maintenance and repair tasks requiring a good knowledge of one or more of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical repair, welding, sheet metal work, automotive mechanics, pipefitting, masonry, generators, sewage facilities maintenance, and municipal water distribution systems. Independent judgment is exercised in choosing methods or procedures when completing work assignments. This title differs from Maintenance Mechanic II in the greater responsibility for proper implementation and completion of a large project requiring the coordination of many activities or trade skills, and by possessing a higher skill level. The work is reviewed by supervisors either by checking completed work, conducting periodic spot checks, or reviewing reports submitted by Maintenance Mechanic I's. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a supervisor or other higher-level staff member. General supervision may be exercised over a small number of Maintenance Mechanic II's, Maintenance Mechanics III, Laborers, Cleaners, or other lower-level staff members. Does related work as required.

Job Function:

• Performs a wide variety of tasks of ordinary difficulty relating to the electrical, mechanical, or construction trades.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, replaces, and rebuilds electrical fixtures, equipment, and systems.
• Installs, maintains, repairs and rebuilds a wide variety of plumbing equipment and systems.
• Designs, installs, maintains, repairs and rebuilds a variety of training props.
• Installs, maintains, repairs and rebuilds sewer systems.
• Performs a variety of pipefitting, forging, welding, sheet metal fabricating or machine shop activities.
• Mixes and lays cement and concrete for walks, curbs, steps, floors and foundations, plasters walls, partitions and ceilings, cuts stone, lays bricks and blocks, and performs a wide variety of related masonry and stone cutting activities.
• Installs and performs repairs of carpet, floors, ceiling tiles, insulating materials, roofs, gutter systems, weather stripping, paneling, shelves, white boards, doors, windows and other parts of buildings.
• Makes, assembles, installs, maintains, repairs and rebuilds doors, stairs, walls, floors, desks, chairs, cabinets, tables and other wood products, equipment and structures.
• Prepares, paints and refinishes wood, metal and other surfaces.
• Installs, maintains and/or repairs upholstery, glass, clocks, meters and other miscellaneous items.
• Performs a wide variety of maintenance and mechanical repairs on autos, trucks, tractors, small engine equipment and other mechanical and motorized equipment.
• Installs and maintains signs, traffic islands, and places road markings.
• Maintains, repairs, and rebuilds a wide variety of HVAC systems.
• Operates automobiles, trucks, tractors, lifts, lawnmowers, snowplows, and other motorized equipment.
• Performs ground maintenance work such as fence repair, pothole repair, sign fabrication and repair, equipment repair, lawn cutting and maintenance (such as trimming, planting, weeding), and ice and snow treatment and removal.
• Computer use for maintenance records, email, timesheets, and product research. May be required to complete daily reports.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Good knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of one or more of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades; ability to work from plans, specifications and rough sketches; ability to follow oral and written instructions; demonstrated skill in at least one of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades; ability to operate hand and power tools and perform manual labor; supervisory ability; ability to establish good working relationships with others; ability to work in all weather conditions; good hand and eye coordination; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

*This is a temporary position at our Public Safety Training Facility, on Scottsville Rd.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. This includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus three (3) years of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience as a skilled worker in one (1) or more of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades.

NOTE: Additional experience may be substituted for the high school diploma on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Job Type: Full-Time, Contingent Permanent, Non-Competitive Civil Service Appointment

Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Location: Public Safety Training Facility, 1190 Scottsville Road, Rochester, NY 14624

Salary: $50,760.23 per year paid bi-weekly with an increment at 6 months of service.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: The posted salary range represents the full salary scale for this position, which includes all pay steps within the range. The starting salary for all new hires is typically at the entry-level figure, as determined by the step placement of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Progression through the range occurs over time based on established criteria such as length of service and performance. This range is provided to give applicants an understanding of the potential earnings over the course of a career in this role.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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