Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianJoin the Facilities Operations and Maintenance team, a highly responsive and knowledgeable crew providing outstanding service for Facilities Services and to the university community.Maintenance Operations, a branch of the Facilities Operations and Maintenance Division, provides comprehensive maintenance services in support of the University's operations.Our teams provide a comprehensive array of qualified services, backed by our licensed and certified technicians, to this end, we offer opportunities for continuing education, as well as various stipends for additional trade licenses. Our team of trained trade experts are well-matched for the university's operational and maintenance needs, whether the facility is a brand new laboratory or our iconic Tower.Our goal is to self-identify operations and maintenance issues long before our clients realize a repair is needed and take a thoughtful approach to using their resources, structuring processes, and providing the best client service and use of university resources. This goal comes from our sense of ownership and pride in our work.With this approach in mind, the team is organized into a zone-based structure and employs flexible work hours, data analysis, and technology to meet operational goals.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 contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning 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 optionsGenerous paid vacation, sick time, and holidaysTeachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching fundsAdditional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.Tuition assistanceExpansive employee discount program including athletic ticketsFree access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID cardFree rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID cardFor more information on the Maintenance Operations group, please visit: Facilities Operations and Maintenance WebsiteMust be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.Security sensitive; Criminal background check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision is contingent on applicant clearing check. This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215. Applications will be reviewed online by the hiring department. This is a 40 hour work week; five 8-hour days, or possible four 10-hour days with schedule to be discussed with supervisor.PurposePerforms preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostic testing, and repairs of building systems and components.ResponsibilitiesPerforms preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs of mechanical systems to include pumps, fans, compressors, and specialty equipment. Acquires field data from equipment, tags, and applies equipment labels.Acquires parts and maintains appropriate stock of material and supplies.Assists electricians, plumbers, refrigeration mechanics, carpenters, and others as needed to meet shop goals and objectives.Performs basic electrical tasks, such as the replacement of lamps and ballasts.Utilizes precision instruments to determine flow rates, pressure drop, etc. to insure proper alignment, installation, and operation of belts, chains, couplings, bearings, and other drive components.Reads blueprints, works from specifications, and follows instructions both written and oral. Performs daily written explanations on work orders to document work done and to describe equipment problems.Required QualificationsHigh school graduation or GED. Two years of experience in applicable maintenance or construction trade. Demonstrate excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsAssociate Degree. Graduation from technical or vocational trade school. More than three years experience in applicable maintenance or construction trade. Experience using diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, power quality meters, accelerometers, etc. Experience at the University of Texas or in a university setting. Experience in more than one craft or trade. Working knowledge of computerized systems. Ability to read and understand technical manuals and blueprints related to trade. Ability to write reports summarizing work activities. Demonstrated stable work history. Successful completion of the Leader Development Program.Salary Range$45,760 + depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsEnvironmental Demands:Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)May work in all weather conditionsMay work in extreme temperaturesMay work around chemical fumesMay work around standard office conditionsMay work around biohazardsMay work around chemicalsMay work around electrical and mechanical hazardsPhysical Tasks:Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstationUse of manual dexterityClimbing of stairsClimbing of laddersLifting and movingAdditional Working Conditions:This position and associated job duties have been designated as essential during extraordinary and emergency situations when the university is closed. Essential personnel must maintain contact with their supervisor and report to work as regularly scheduled unless directed otherwise.Required to operate an electronic device such as an iPhone, iPad, or laptop/desktop computer to perform and fulfill time reporting and work management requirements. Work management requirements include receiving work assignments, updating work orders, and other functions as required.May be required to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work, extended shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.Considerable walking, standing, squatting, stooping, and moving of heavy materials and equipment in all weather conditions.May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.May be required to lift up to 50lbs. Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.May be required to operate job related equipment.May require tuberculosis screening and occasional use of a respirator.May drive University vehicles. If driving University vehicles, may be required to maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.Participate in on-call program.Work Shift40 hours a week, five 8-hour days, or possibly four 10-hour days with schedule to be determined with supervisor. Some overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays possible.Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interest