University of Texas at Austin-posted 8 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Austin, TX
251-500 employees

We are “the power behind UT”. Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas at Austin. We have more than 170 employees in five divisions: Utilities Operations; Utilities Distribution; Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology; Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering and Technical Services. We are seeking candidates who share the following core values: Safety: Commitment to the well-being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community. Respect: Treating everyone with fairness and dignity. Integrity: Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships. Reliability: Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services. Teamwork: Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge. Excellence: Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward-thinking, and stewardship. As a member of our team, you will be part of a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. We strive to provide a positive workplace culture that welcomes ideas, talent and perspectives – and we look forward to hearing from you! Learn more about Utilities and Energy Management. Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of Campus Operations staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has earning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities. Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards Security Sensitive; 3-Yr driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing checks. May work 4-10, 9-80, or alternate work schedule. Applicant required to successfully complete testing to lift/carry 78 lbs., pull 125 lbs., lift 2-45 lbs. weights up a ladder, kneeling work in confined spaces, and other tasks. To perform skilled work in an electrical generation, mechanical and electrical utility, and chilling station environment.

  • Assists and is trained to Install, maintain, and repair plant equipment and utility systems.
  • Assists in performing periodic inspections of major mechanical and chilled water systems. Installation may include welding in accordance with ASME and AWS standards. Accuracy in all phases of work performed.
  • Assists and is trained to perform preventive or corrective maintenance tasks incidental to the operation of mechanical or utility tunnel distribution systems in accordance with established procedures.
  • Assists and is trained to remove, fabricate, and install insulation systems in accordance with established specifications. Wears respiratory protection as required by task. May be required to work around hazardous materials with appropriate controls.
  • Maintains records of equipment repair.
  • Works in conjunction with trades or utility personnel in support of systems within power plant, chilling stations, utility tunnels or other underground utilities. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies as related to equipment and corrects as necessary.
  • Assists and is trained to complete work orders as required using automated systems.
  • Cleans and maintains all equipment and work areas.
  • Assists and is trained to operate cranes, forklifts, and personnel lifts. Inspect, erect, utilize, and break down scaffolding as necessary in support of plant maintenance and operational duties.
  • Follows all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, takes required safety training, identifies and reports safety hazards. Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards. Performs work tasks in a safe manner, wears the proper personal protective equipment, and reports near misses and incidents.
  • Paints plant equipment in accordance with equipment manufacturers recommendations or procedures.
  • Perform other related functions as assigned. Work is performed in accordance with normal trade practices and is inspected for conformity to standards, quality and quantity by journey-level employees or supervisor. Attends staff meetings, safety training and meetings. Complete plant operation and maintenance training courses. Training certification required within 18 months. May report to the PRC Campus. Drive University vehicles. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4. Required to carry UT-provided cell phone during work hours and on call hours.
  • High school graduation or GED and four years of relevant experience.
  • Mechanically Inclined individual wanting to be trained to repair and perform maintenance of electrical, industrial, mechanical or utility distribution equipment.
  • More than three years of related skilled level experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial plant mechanical, electrical or industrial equipment or utility distribution systems.
  • Experience maintaining power plant or similar industrial/utility equipment.
  • Journey level experience in industrial insulation, including fabrication of insulating blankets, thermal insulation, and asbestos handling and abatement.
  • Welding certification in accordance with ASME and industry codes.
  • Experience as a machinist including fabricating, modifying, and repairing pump, turbine, and boiler parts.
  • Experience in a university plant or utility environment.
  • Experience in using a work order system.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated effective teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
  • UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
  • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
  • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
  • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
  • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
  • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
  • Tuition assistance
  • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
  • Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
  • Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
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