The University of Texas at Austin

To provide advanced maintenance and repair work in the performance of a variety of tasks in one or more craft areas. Responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks independently or for assisting journey level craft workers. Routinely assists mechanics/technicians with preventive maintenance. Reads blueprints. Drives UT vehicle. Routinely performs duties in one or more of the following representative crafts and trades: Asbestos removal, carpentry, chilling station, electrical, electrical distribution, fire alarm, heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC), heavy equipment/construction, mechanical distribution, paint, plant equipment, plumbing and power plant. Performs related duties as required.WORKING CONDITIONS: Conditions vary according to type of work performed.

Join 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 details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards.For more information on the Maintenance Operations group, please visit: Visit the 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.PurposeTo perform skilled and unskilled maintenance tasks in one or more craft areas as necessary to support the needs of the shop.ResponsibilitiesAssist Journey Level Technicians with routine maintenance repairs and Preventive Maintenance work to equipment and systems. Performs maintenance duties on mechanical, plumbing, electrical and structural systems, including lubricating components, changing filters, cleaning and flushing coils, cleaning drain pans and drains, replacing belts and pulleys, checking and recording pressure, temperature, and flow readings. Prepares surfaces for painting, paints, cleans equipment and work areas.Provides timely and courteous customer service, keeps supervisors up to date on daily work order status to ensure clear, concise and necessary communication channels are maintained and customer expectations are met.Generates material lists and acquires materials for efficient work. Keeps accurate records of materials used and maintains daily time reports to efficiently complete work and document details of the functions performed. Assists with organizing and cleaning tasks.Semi-skilled level repairs, maintenance and inspections on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems. Performs duties such as changing faucets and shower heads, installing flush valve repair kits on urinals and commodes.Required QualificationsHigh school graduation or GED. Three years of experience in performing installation, maintenance and or repair work in a filed related to the work to be performed. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsAssociate degree or above in a technical field. Completion of vocational trade or apprentice program in one or more journeyman trades. More than three years of experience in performing installation, maintenance and or repair work in a field related to the work to be performed. Experience at the University of Texas or in a university setting. Demonstrated excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written work instructions. Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations. Demonstrated ability to work as a team member. Demonstrated customer service skills. Salary Range$42,640 + 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.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 interestImportant for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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