Plant Mechanic II

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Monthly, the applicant will be required to be on-call outside of regular working hours and must also be available to work extended hours for special events or to meet critical project deadlines.

Posting Number 2026522

Posting/Functional Title Plant Mechanic II

University Pay Plan Title Plant Mechanic II

Location San Marcos

Department Utility Operations

Recruitment Type Job Type Full-Time

Funding Source Permanent

Monthly Salary $4,369.00 - $4,600.00

Job Category Non-Exempt

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems such as chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, piping, and HVAC equipment.
• Familiar with pneumatic, electronic, and 3-phase (480V) control systems, energy-saving methods, and water treatment.
• Basic understanding of power generation, general engine maintenance, and safety standards like NFPA 110 and SDS.
• Ability to use computer systems for work orders, timecards, and HMI panels.
• Can read technical manuals, and work safely in confined spaces.
• Possess an EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification.

• Experience working in higher education or government.
• Experience using AiM IWMS by Assetworks.

The Plant Mechanic II is responsible for the inspection, repair and troubleshooting mechanical equipment in the Central, East, West, and South thermal plants along with various satellite areas of responsibility.

• Inspect repair and lubrication of pumps and motors at thermal plants.
• Troubleshoot, repair boilers and heat exchangers. Up to 50,000 pounds.
• Inspect and service emergency generators on campus.
• Inspect cooling tower fans, vibration switches and support structure. Change oil in gear boxes as needed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, service 550-to-2500-ton Centrifugal chillers in all plants.
• Service and maintain sand filters, reverse osmosis units and water softeners.
• Troubleshoot and service all air compressors and air dryers make repairs as necessary.
• Troubleshoot steam regulators and steam traps.
• Inspect service and repair all associated equipment within a thermal plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Monthly, the applicant will be required to be on-call outside of regular working hours and must also be available to work extended hours for special events or to meet critical project deadlines.

Job Open Date 05/08/2026

Open Until Filled No

Normal Work Days

Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.