Plant Maintenance Mechanic II

Plant Maintenance Mechanic II

Utilities and Energy Management provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas  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, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence.

As a member of our team, you will be part of a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including competitive health benefits, voluntary insurance options, generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, retirement plans, flexible spending account options, robust free training access, tuition assistance, expansive employee discount program, and free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums.

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.

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.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs plant equipment and utility systems.
• Performs preventive or corrective maintenance tasks incidental to the operation of mechanical, electrical or utility tunnel distribution systems in accordance with established procedures.
• 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.
• Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies as related to equipment and corrects as necessary. Completes work orders as required using automated systems.
• Cleans and maintains all equipment and work areas. Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards. Updates procedures as necessary. Drives UT vehicle. Maintain acceptable driving record required by UT Systems Policy UTS
  157. Follows all University and Utilities safety policies. Adheres to the rules of the Utilities Employee Policy Manual. Perform related duties as assigned.
• Operates cranes, forklifts, and personnel lifts. Inspect, erect, utilize, and break down scaffolding as necessary in support of plant maintenance and operational duties. Performs elevated work and work in confined spaces. Required to carry UT-provided cell phone during work hours and on-call hours.
• Attends job-related training and complete training modules.
• Paints plant equipment in accordance with equipment manufacturers recommendations or procedures.
• Perform other related functions as assigned. Attends staff meetings. Follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identify and report safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents to appropriate personnel. Complete plant operation and maintenance training courses. Training certification required within 18 months.
  
  May report to the PRC Campus.

• High school graduation or GED.
• Three years of experience in skilled level repair and 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.

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained…