Utility Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Range: Targeted pay up to $21 per hour, based on experience Benefits Eligible: Yes Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On-call is required. Overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays may be required as well. Travel: Not required Position Introduction: The University of Oklahoma is seeking a skilled Utility Maintenance Mechanic to help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the campus utility systems that serve thousands of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day. As a member of the Utilities Maintenance team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports academic buildings, research facilities, residence halls, athletic venues, administrative offices, and public spaces. This position performs preventive and corrective maintenance on district energy systems, heating steam and chilled water networks, utility distribution systems, pumps, motors, valves, and related equipment. Responsibilities also include equipment reliability work, outage preparation, tunnel and utility pit maintenance, plant support activities, and follow-up work associated with repairs and construction projects. This role is ideal for a dedicated trades professional who enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, working in a team-oriented environment, and contributing to the continuous operation of essential campus services. Through technical expertise, attention to safety, and a commitment to excellence, the Utility Maintenance Mechanic helps protect University assets, support campus operations, and deliver dependable utility services across the OU community. View full job description Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED. 24 months experience in electrical instrumentation repair and mechanical repair of large equipment such as boilers, diesel engines, generators, or chillers. Required Certifications and Licenses: Valid Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date. Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon driver's license check #J-18808-Ljbffr