Technical Staff Assistant IV

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) at The University of Texas at Austin provides reliable, cost-effective utility and related services to campus. The Technical Staff Assistant IV develops journey-level skills through training and skilled work in a specific trade assignment. The role learns to operate, maintain, and repair trade-related equipment and materials, performing work to the limits of the employee’s experience. Work is inspected by journey-level employees or a lead employee or supervisor for safety, standards, quality, and quantity. The position may report to the PRC Campus and participates in plant operations and maintenance training, with training certification required within 18 months. The role follows University and UEM safety procedures, completes required safety training, uses appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports hazards, near misses, and incidents. It carries a UT-provided cell phone during work and on-call hours and responds to calls. The employee drives University vehicles and must maintain an acceptable driving record. Work may involve confined or elevated spaces, varied weather and temperatures, chemical or electrical and mechanical hazards, loud noise, dust and allergens, and extended or rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Participation in an on-call program may be required. The position is based in Austin, Texas, with a rotating 12-hour shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The salary is $50,000. A class C operator’s driver’s license is required, and applicants must provide a current three-year driving record. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship. Selected candidates are subject to driving record and criminal background checks.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
At least four years of skilled construction and maintenance of equipment or apparatus related to the position.
Ability to use standard shop machine and measuring tools.
Class C operator’s driver’s license and a current three-year driving record; a Texas driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident if not already a Texas resident.
Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Ability to perform the stated physical and environmental demands, including work in confined or elevated spaces and lifting as required.

Nice To Haves

Currently enrolled in or completed associate-degree-level technical courses in Power Technology, Electronics Technology, Renewable Energy, Robotics/Instrumentation, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Learn journey-level skills by installing, maintaining, operating, building, or repairing equipment and materials relevant to the trade assignment.
Perform job-related duties in accordance with normal trade practices, subject to inspection for safety, standards, quality, and quantity.
Perform periodic duties described in the journey-level job description to the limits of the employee’s experience.
Use trade-related tools and equipment to perform assigned duties to the limits of the employee’s experience.
Attend staff meetings and complete plant operation and maintenance training courses; obtain required training certification within 18 months.
Follow University and UEM safety policies and procedures, complete required safety training, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and identify and report hazards, near misses, and incidents.
Carry a UT-provided cell phone during work and on-call hours and respond to calls received.
Drive University vehicles and maintain an acceptable driving record under UT System Policy UTS157.
Participate in the on-call program and perform other related functions as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits, with employee premiums covered at 100% and family premiums at 50%.
Voluntary vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Teachers Retirement System of Texas defined-benefit retirement plan with employer matching funds.
Additional voluntary retirement programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Employee discount program, including athletic tickets.
Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums with staff ID.
Free rides on UT shuttles and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID.