Preventative Maintenance Technician II, Texas Behavioral Health Center (730AM-4PM, Mon-Fri)

Preventative Maintenance Technician II, Texas Behavioral Health Center

Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas. The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas' Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center. When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW's first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines. As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Works under minimal supervision to provide journeyman level skills in performance of work of two trades or crafts.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Required Education: High School or vocational school.

Experience: 4 years related work experiences are required or journeyman level experience, and 2 years experience in skilled maintenance trade (PM, DI/RO, Air, Vac).

Performs preventive maintenance on various buildings, systems, and equipment, such as electrical, air systems, deionized water system and plumbing systems, mechanical equipment, etc. and pro-actively maintains all aspects of assigned area of responsibility and consults with customers on priority of work and assume full ownership of customer problems and equipment breakdowns. Serves as liaison between customer and Facilities Management. Start up, shut down and adjust equipment or systems in accordance with established operational, safety procedures and complete all UTSW required compliance training, and adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. Inspects systems and equipment for proper lubrication, calibration, vibration, seal failures, etc. and performs detailed inspections of equipment for proper operation. Informs appropriate supervisory or managerial personnel of unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies and takes appropriate action. Performs duties associated with all crafts as developing skills safely allow and performs major repairs on technical systems and supporting equipment and performs preventative, predictive or corrective maintenance tasks as assigned and within timelines. Identifies maintenance needs and performs pro-active repairs before breakdown occurs. Support area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assists in major maintenance repairs Trains and mentors new personnel in area of expertise as required. Teaches basic knowledge of codes and proper tool use. Reads and interprets and provides "marked up" blueprints / drawings for corrections when needed. Documents conditions found and performs minor repairs, as appropriate, following departmental guidelines and serves as primary point of contact for customers for all Facilities Management services. Makes recommendations in writing regarding major repairs and/or variances in frequency and type of preventive maintenance scheduled and performs preventative, predictive or corrective maintenance tasks. Successfully participates in the Facilities Management sponsored in-house craft trade training program and attends maintenance training courses, area staff and safety meetings. Performs other duties as assigned.

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.