Mechanic​/Technician

Mechanic/Technician

University Unions proudly offers a comprehensive range of services across multiple buildings on campus. Our spaces include meeting and performance venues, administrative offices, dining operations and recreational facilities like our bowling alley and cutting-edge Esports spaces.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a full time Facilities Technical and Maintenance Staff for the University Unions. The location for this position is the Texas Union Building, 2308 Whitis Avenue, Austin, TX 78712. This position reports to the Facilities Maintenance Manager and has the following duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities include:

• Repair and evaluate the need for repairs using knowledge of commercial building construction, electrical, plumbing and interior building construction; including, but not limited to reading blueprints, circuit breakers, ballasts, pump motors, floor drains, water mains, steam and chill water pipes, sump pumps, wall and reparation, carpentry, door hanging and framing, floor and wall tile, ceiling grid, painting.
• Repair and maintain 12 automatic A-2 Brunswick pinsetters and related equipment in the Underground bowling alley.
• In collaboration with the Senior Retail Manager and Retail Manager, review general maintenance needs for the area.
• Clean, oil and lubricate machinery.
• Train staff on basic repairs of the pinsetters.
• Maintain equipment according to pinsetter manuals.
• Create a preventative maintenance program for the machines and monitor the program.
• Use a personal computer for email, timesheets and reports.
• Trouble-shoot reoccurring pinsetter malfunctions.
• Order and maintain a minimum inventory of parts for machines to reduce downtime and increase repair efficiency. Provide an inventory of these parts by quantity and cost.
• Follow Fire, Environmental and HAZMAT safety codes and regulations, including fire alarms, exhaust vents, MSDS sheets, grease traps, and warning labels, tags and signs.
• Maintain knowledge of/adhere to compliance regulations and codes for Federal, State and University requirements.
• Perform job responsibilities in a safe and secure manner, ensuring the safety of students, staff and patrons regarding tools, equipment and work areas.
• Assist in the inventory tracking of tools and equipment. Responsible for the safe and secure maintenance of tools and equipment, ensuring their life expectancy.
• Drive a university or personal vehicle for errands or transport between the University Unions facilities.
• Use a personal computer for email, timekeeping, service work orders and other related business needs.

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 within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• One year or more experience in any of the following areas: custodial, environmental services, hospitality, warehouse, production, or facilities maintenance.
• Experience following basic work instructions.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, written instructions, product labels and instructions, and other written job materials.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to be an effective team member. Flexibility is key for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• More than one year experience in any of the above listed fields.
• Experience working at a university
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with supervisors and peer groups in a timely and effective manner.
• Certification in Brunswick equipment maintenance and repair.

Salary Range

$45,000+ Depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around chemicals.
• Climbing of stairs.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving of heavy items.