Austin Energy Operations & Maintenance Specialist (HVAC Service Technician)

City of Austin

3d•$31 - $39

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Job Description: Austin Energy Operations & Maintenance Specialist Purpose: Under general supervision, perform tasks related to operating equipment and performing mechanics in a power, steam or chiller operations. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Installs, tests, debugs, and repairs complex utility equipment. Calibrates sensors, controllers, and meters. Enters data into computerized and/or manual maintenance systems. Records data on appropriate forms, logs, etc. Starts up/shuts down diesel generator units. Operates mechanical screens. Monitors operation of equipment and machinery in work area. Reads gauges and meters. Checks, cleans, and services equipment pumps, power tools, etc. Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and/or needed maintenance. Turns on/off valve with valve wrench. Operates centrifuge, generator, turbine, and/or auxiliary equipment. Sets up and operates sump and/or other pumps. Cleans tanks, feeds chemicals, etc. Repairs, services, and installs components of the boiler, turbine, generator, HVAC, electrical, uninterruptible power supply, or auxiliary systems of a utility facility, power, steam, or chiller operation. Performs preventive maintenance activities on utility equipment per specification(s). Plans work and identifies necessary resources (tools, equipment, parts, labor). Performs mechanical alignments for rotating equipment and their drivers. Troubleshoots mechanical systems and/or equipment, sometimes within critical infrastructure. Disassembles and reassembles complex mechanical components. Determines close tolerance fit of associated parts. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of basic methods, equipment, tools, and materials involved in the maintenance and repair of large equipment. Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems. Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures for removing equipment from service for maintenance. Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment. Knowledge of operating procedures for firing and maintaining pressure on high-pressure steam boilers and of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary equipment. Knowledge of boiler feed water chemical treatment and control. Knowledge of pressure, temperature, water level, and other types of indicating instruments used in operation of high-pressure boilers. Skill in establishing and maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations. Skill in control procedures for operating auxiliary equipment. Ability to make accurate gauge readings. Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program. Ability to drive, inspect, and maintain various electric utility vehicles. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (4) years of experience in a field related to the installation, operation, and/or maintenance of a utility facility power, steam, or chiller operation.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic methods, equipment, tools, and materials involved in the maintenance and repair of large equipment.
Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems.
Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures for removing equipment from service for maintenance.
Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment.
Knowledge of operating procedures for firing and maintaining pressure on high-pressure steam boilers and of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary equipment.
Knowledge of boiler feed water chemical treatment and control.
Knowledge of pressure, temperature, water level, and other types of indicating instruments used in operation of high-pressure boilers.
Skill in establishing and maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
Skill in control procedures for operating auxiliary equipment.
Ability to make accurate gauge readings.
Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks.
Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program.
Ability to drive, inspect, and maintain various electric utility vehicles.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (4) years of experience in a field related to the installation, operation, and/or maintenance of a utility facility power, steam, or chiller operation.
Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Moderate bending, lifting, walking, carrying, climbing ladders, and using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
Must be able to work a varying shift work schedule.
Must be able to work in confined areas.
Must be able to work on elevated structures.
Must be able to work under emergency and all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

EPA license/TDLR Registered or Current HVAC license type A or B or be able to register/get between 6 months after hired.
Experience operating and maintaining Air Cooled Chiller.
Experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
Experience operating and maintaining Building Automation System.
Experience with General Building Maintenance.

Responsibilities

Installs, tests, debugs, and repairs complex utility equipment.
Calibrates sensors, controllers, and meters.
Enters data into computerized and/or manual maintenance systems.
Records data on appropriate forms, logs, etc.
Starts up/shuts down diesel generator units.
Operates mechanical screens.
Monitors operation of equipment and machinery in work area.
Reads gauges and meters.
Checks, cleans, and services equipment pumps, power tools, etc.
Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and/or needed maintenance.
Turns on/off valve with valve wrench.
Operates centrifuge, generator, turbine, and/or auxiliary equipment.
Sets up and operates sump and/or other pumps.
Cleans tanks, feeds chemicals, etc.
Repairs, services, and installs components of the boiler, turbine, generator, HVAC, electrical, uninterruptible power supply, or auxiliary systems of a utility facility, power, steam, or chiller operation.
Performs preventive maintenance activities on utility equipment per specification(s).
Plans work and identifies necessary resources (tools, equipment, parts, labor).
Performs mechanical alignments for rotating equipment and their drivers.
Troubleshoots mechanical systems and/or equipment, sometimes within critical infrastructure.
Disassembles and reassembles complex mechanical components.
Determines close tolerance fit of associated parts.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

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