Building Utility Operator; Entry Level

Utility Equipment Operator

Under direct supervision, responsible for the operation and maintenance of utility equipment in the institution's buildings.

Maintains and operates air compressors, fans, pumps, hot water converters, pressure reducing stations, air delivery systems, thermostats, and water conditioning equipment in the institute facilities.

Maintains heating and air conditioning equipment to include cleaning coils, replacing air filters, troubleshooting control circuits and repairing pumps.

Performs water testing, analysis, and documentation on utility systems.

Performs minor plumbing and electrical maintenance on equipment and building and plant utility systems.

Performs pipe fitting, painting, housekeeping, and other miscellaneous tasks and logs service provided.

May be required to fill in for absent shift personnel.

Trains for higher level positions.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, operations, repair, and maintenance (HVAC, electrical, steam).

Ability to interpret and follow instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading).

Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.

Ability to comply with institutional and job specific safety rules and regulations.

Ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED is required.

LICENSES:

Valid TX driver's license is required - must have a clear driving record.

One (1) year of related experience required, or six (6) months experience working in a comparable Health Thermal Energy Plant environment.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond.

UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Company Culture. Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees.

Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental
- Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision
- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability
- Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs
- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement
- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee…