AE Operations & Maintenance Specialist

Austin, Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Energy in Austin, TX seeks a qualified supervisor for operations and maintenance of district energy facilities, boilers, chillers, and related systems, ensuring safety and reliability. The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder communication, and adherence to lockout/tagout and safety regulations.

Ideal candidates bring naval nuclear or equivalent advanced training, hands-on electrical/electronic maintenance, and proven experience with industrial PLCs to support a critical city utility

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems.
• Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks.
• Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program.
• Experience in Operations and maintenance of district energy & cooling plant.
• Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial chillers.
• Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial boilers.
• Experience in Operation and maintenance of gas turbines.
• Experience performing electrical / electronics maintenance.
• Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial PLCs.

Skills

Safety rules & regulations

Lock out/tag out

Communication with City employees &.

Mathematical calculations

Gauge readings

Manual interpretation

Driver eligibility

Operate utility vehicles

Education

US Navy Nuclear Program

Tools

Industrial PLCs

Electrical test equipment

Job description

**Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:****Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Knowledge of basic methods, equipment, tools, and materials involved in the maintenance and repair of large equipment.* Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems.* Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures for removing equipment from service for maintenance.* Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment.* Knowledge of operating procedures for firing and maintaining pressure on high-pressure steam boilers and of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary equipment.* Knowledge of boiler feed water chemical treatment and control.* Knowledge of pressure, temperature, water level, and other types of indicating instruments used in operation of high-pressure boilers.* Skill in establishing and maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.* Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.* Skill in control procedures for operating auxiliary equipment.* Ability to make accurate gauge readings.* Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks.* Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program.* Ability to drive, inspect, and maintain various electric utility vehicles.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.* Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.**Physical Requirements:*** Experience in Operations and maintenance of district energy & cooling plant.* Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial chillers.* Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial boilers.* Experience in Operation and maintenance of gas turbines.* Experience performing electrical / electronics maintenance.* Experience in Operation and maintenance of industrial PLCs.* Demonstrated completion of or participation in advanced, high rigor technical training (e.g., US Navy Nuclear Program) or comparable structured technical training or programs.* Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.* The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held.* Statements such as \"see résumé\" will not be accepted. You may use \"N/A\" for fields that are not applicable.* Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.**If you are selected as a top candidate:**Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.