Utilities Mechanic – Rotating Machinery

Published Description - Utilities Mechanic (Rotating Machinery) | Rochester, NY (Onsite)

Position: Utilities Mechanic – Rotating Machinery (Direct Hire) Location: Rochester, NY 14606 (Onsite) Schedule: Day Shift, Mon–Fri 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, plus after-hours as needed Pay Range: $31.00–$43.00/hour (hourly, non-exempt) Openings: 1 Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor (Water Team) Ref #: 275-Eng Kansas City

Summary

We’re seeking a highly skilled, safety-focused Utilities Mechanic – Rotating Machinery to maintain and repair mechanical equipment critical to utility operations, with a primary focus on rotating machinery. This role supports reliability and performance across a large industrial utility infrastructure.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair rotating equipment, including:
• Pumps (centrifugal and positive displacement)
• Motors, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, blowers
• Steam and condensate system components
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on rotating machinery
• Perform alignment, balancing, and testing using tools such as:
• Dial indicators, laser alignment systems, vibration analyzers
• Document work and equipment history in a CMMS
• Partner with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues
• Support equipment upgrades, outages/turnarounds, and emergency response as needed
• Safely use industrial tools/equipment including hoists, rigging, overhead cranes, lathes, and shop equipment
• Potential operation/use of equipment such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, forklifts, and power walkies

Equipment Experience (Examples)

• Pumps ranging from low-pressure single-stage to multi-stage high-pressure (including 2000+ PSI applications)
• Refrigeration units (general mechanical systems, bearing and seal work)
• Steam turbines (5–1400 PSI) supporting utility generation equipment
• Auxiliary systems including lube oil, hydraulic oil, governing/speed control, cooling water, and storage systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required
• 10+ years of applicable utilities mechanic / millwright-type experience (or comparable military trade experience)
• Trade school or technical certification in mechanical maintenance preferred

Safety / Licenses (Required)

• Ability to obtain operator licenses (fork truck / man lift / scissor lift) within 12 months (employer provided)
• Obtain OSHA 10-hour certification immediately
• Obtain OSHA 30-hour certification within 12 months
• Valid, unencumbered New York State driver’s license

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Industrial/power plant/treatment plant environment; work indoors/outdoors in all weather
• Temperature exposure from extreme cold to 100+°F
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos, lead paint, chemicals/waste products); PPE and training provided
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights; stand/kneel/crouch for extended periods

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City

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