Plant Mechanic II
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
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 InformationPosting Information
Posting Number
Posting Number 2027079
Posting/Functional Title
Posting/Functional Title Plant Mechanic II
University Pay Plan Title
University Pay Plan Title Plant Mechanic II
Location
Location San Marcos
Department
Department Facilities Services
Recruitment Type
Job Type
Job Type Full-Time
Funding Source
Funding Source Permanent
Monthly Salary
Monthly Salary $4,483.00 - $4,600.00
Job Category
Job Category Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- 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.
Job Duties- 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 DateJob Open Date 10/09/2026
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)Open Until Filled Yes
Normal Work DaysNormal Work Days
Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AMNormal Work Hours Start 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End 5:00PMNormal Work Hours End 5:00PM
Posting NoticesPosting Notices 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.
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