ARC Maintenance Service Technician, Animal Resource Center

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan (day one)

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs (TRS)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an ARC Maintenance Service Technician to support daily operations within ARC facilities, including the warehouse. Responsibilities include basic facility maintenance, work order management, and equipment inventory to ensure reliable and compliant operations.

The role requires high school education and at least one year in a lab animal setting or maintenance experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license for state vehicle operation.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in laboratory animal setting, or one year maintenance experience.
• Licenses: Texas Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks across multiple ARC buildings to ensure all facilities remain in proper working order and good condition.
• Adheres to all standard operating procedures and complete required UTSW compliance training promptly.
• Supports accreditation efforts for the animal care program by following applicable regulations and institutional policies.
• Performs diagnostic and repair maintenance on holding racks, blower systems and other equipment to verify proper functionality.
• Supports area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assist in maintenance repairs.
• Initiates facility service requests as needed and assist with maintenance activities or projects in collaboration with Facilities Management. Act as the primary point of contact for related work orders, ensuring clear and consistent communication across teams. Maintain proper documentation as required.
• Assists with developing and implementing training materials for various departments as needed.
• Assists with ordering parts, vendor management, and maintaining work order system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Laboratory animal setting experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - ARC Maintenance Service Technician, Animal Resource Center (978227)

Job Description

ARC Maintenance Service Technician, Animal Resource Center - ( 978227 )

Description

Description WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Support daily operational activities within ARC facilities, including the warehouse. Basic facility and equipment maintenance, work order management, and equipment inventory as needed.

BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience 1 year of experience in laboratory animal setting, or one year maintenance experience.
• Licenses and Certifications (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE - Work requires the ability to maintain a valid Texas driver’s license and the ability to operate state vehicles.

JOB DUTIES

• Carry out maintenance tasks across multiple ARC buildings to ensure all facilities remain in proper working order and good condition.
• Adheres to all standard operating procedures and complete required UTSW compliance training promptly.
• Supports accreditation efforts for the animal care program by following applicable regulations and institutional policies.
• Performs diagnostic and repair maintenance on holding racks, blower systems and other equipment to verify proper functionality.
• Supports area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assist in maintenance repairs.
• Initiates facility service requests as needed and assist with maintenance activities or projects in collaboration with Facilities Management. Act as the primary point of contact for related work orders, ensuring clear and consistent communication across teams. Maintain proper documentation as required.
• Assists with developing and implementing training materials for various departments as needed.
• Assists with ordering parts, vendor management, and maintaining work order system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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