Maintenance Mechanic

Mercury Print Productions is looking for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team!

Unleash Your Potential with Mercury, where we're not just a printing company - we're a family. With a proud legacy spanning years in the industry, we're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in educational printing. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continually invest in cutting-edge technology and machinery, giving our employees opportunity to be at the forefront of the field.


Applicants MUST have Mechanical experience and are considered highly skilled technical operators. Unfortunately at this time, applicants without experience will not be considered. Check out the details below, and if you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining the team please click apply!


Position Details:

• Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic
• Department: Facilities
• Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624 **Must have reliable transportation**
• Schedule: Full-time, A Shift, 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday
• Pay: $26 - $35 per hour. Final compensation is based on experience.
• Job Summary: The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing a wide range of duties to maintain, repair, and improve the machinery, equipment, and infrastructure of Mercury Print Productions.
• Manager/Supervisory Role: No
• Reports To: Facilities Manager
• Duties/Expectations: While duties may vary from day to day, below is a list of general duties you can expect in this role.
  • Assemble, install, and maintain printing production machinery and related equipment, including offset and digital presses, finishing and bindery equipment, conveyors, feeders, pumps, motors, wiring, electrical and electronic components, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, plumbing, and machine controls, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and facility requirements.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems affecting printing presses and production equipment. Analyze test results, machine fault codes, error messages, production issues, and information provided by press operators and production personnel to identify the root cause of equipment malfunctions.
  • Work closely with press operators, production supervisors, and other maintenance personnel to identify recurring equipment issues, determine appropriate corrective actions, and maintain reliable operation of printing and finishing equipment.
  • Inspect machine components for defects, damage, breakage, excessive wear, misalignment, or other conditions that could affect equipment performance, print quality, production efficiency or operator safety.
  • Conduct regular inspections of building facilities, systems, and equipment to identify maintenance issues and address repairs or improvements as necessary.
  • Coordinate with outside contractors, service providers, and vendors when specialized repairs, inspections, or maintenance services are required.
  • Accurately document completed work and inspections.
  • Maintain clean and organized mechanical rooms, storage areas, and common areas.
  • Follow all safety procedures and guidelines in daily operations.
  • Be dependable, reliable, and consistently perform high-quality work meeting company production standards.
  • Communicates efficiently and professionally with manufacturer, management and crew members
  • Continuously work to develop skills / knowledge and complete all training required by the company
  • Be a team player, communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain a positive attitude
  • Create a safe and hazard free work environment; follow safety protocols and report any risks
  • Performs other duties as needed / assigned, and adhere to all company and department policies and procedures.

What we are looking for:

• Position Qualifications: You MUST Have Mechanical experience.
  • Work Experience: 2+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or related field required OR equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience in building operations or related field.
  • Knowledge/Skills: Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills; proficiency with hand tools and power tools. Familiarity with safety standards (OSHA, building codes, etc.)
  • Certifications: Certification in electrical, HVAC, or plumbing is a plus.
  • Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Must be of legal working age and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
  • Works indoors in a temperature-controlled manufacturing facility and will be exposed to loud sounds, hazardous chemicals, and equipment on the production floor. Must have the ability to bend, lift and carry up to 40 lbs.; stand/walk on hard surfaces for extended periods; complete repetitive tasks; operate computers and/or machines (dexterity, bend, stretch, reach, climb, crouch, etc.); and communicate effectively. *Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.

Working for Mercury:

• What we are about: Mercury is a local family owned printing business that has been operating in Rochester since 1968. We have grown from a small basement operation with just a few employees to our current facility that operates 24/7 with 200+ employees and while we offer a variety of printing formats, our primary focus is educational printing. In an age where companies tend to see employees as only numbers, we reject that trend and see our team as part of the family. We are a tech forward printing company using innovation and excellent customer service to provide a quality product to our clients. We pride ourselves on providing a workplace with state of the art equipment and technology, and our environment is highly focused on teamwork, efficiency, quality and safety.
  • Want to learn more? Check out our website and social media.
• What we offer: We are constantly evaluating what our employees need from us and adjusting to meet these needs.
  • Our compensation ranges are competitive for the industry based on experience/skills plus with our annual evaluations, employees have the opportunity to potential rate increases based on individual performance/attendance AND company performance.
  • Our benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurances, time off starting at 80 hours that grows with your years of service, paid holidays, retirement savings with our 401(k) plan, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Our longevity and growth opportunities have lead to employees celebrating decades of anniversaries. It isn't unusual for our people to work their way up from production floor to leadership.
  • Our fun atmosphere shows our dedication and our desire for employees to enjoy coming to work each day. We coordinate employee appreciation events to allow for everyone to come together, plus recognition opportunities with appraisals, employee of the month and service awards!

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