Electrical/Mechanical Technician - LTTS (TSA V)

The University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Technician for the Lake Travis Test Station at the Pickle Research Campus. This role provides mechanical and technical support, performing fabrication, installation, operation, and routine or emergency maintenance of university facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities include completing journey-level work across trades, ordering materials, inspecting work, and coordinating with supervision.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• Seven years of skilled construction and maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on ability.
• Knowledgeable with shop tools and materials.
• Must be comfortable around water and vessel operations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and take initiative.
• Demonstrated alertness and careful attention to detail.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide journey-level skills to perform work in multiple trades for maintenance, repair, and operation of university facilities and equipment.
• Fabricate, install, operate, and maintain university facilities and equipment.
• Perform journey-level work in assigned area of expertise.
• Assist workers by solving problems, estimating time and materials for projects.
• Order job-related materials as required.
• Inspect finished work for conformance to specifications and standards.
• Report and coordinate project status with supervisor.
• Operate vessels and boats as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Shop tools

Water safety

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

HS/GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Job Posting Title: Electrical/Mechanical Technician - LTTS (TSA V) ---- Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ----

Job Details

Purpose Provide mechanical and technical support at the Lake Travis Test Station.

Responsibilities

• Provide journey‑level skills to perform work in a variety of trades required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of university facilities and equipment.
• Responsible for the fabrication, installation, operation, and routine or emergency maintenance and/or repair of university facilities.
• Performs journey‑level work in a particular area of expertise assigned.
• Assists workers in solving work related problems at the job site including time and material estimates related to time sensitive projects.
• Orders job‑related materials as required.
• Inspects finished work for conformity to specifications and standards.
• Reports and coordinates project status to supervisor.
• Operate vessels and boats as needed.

Required Qualifications

• HS/GED
• Seven years of skilled construction and maintenance of equipment related to this position.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Knowledgeable with shop tools and materials related to the specific job performed
• Must be comfortable working around water including boater safety training and vessel operations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and take initiative.
• Demonstrated alertness and careful attention.
• Work well with little to no supervision.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory/management experience.
• Strong electrical aptitude.
• Automotive/marine mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Use of diagnostic tooling for troubleshooting and repair of associated equipment/hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency in computer software.
• Ability to solder well.
• Journey level experience in one of the following: carpentry, welding, plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, metal building fabrication or painting.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc. Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing. Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

Benefits

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Driving Requirement

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

Salary Range

$63,000-$72,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Performs work in accordance with established safety procedures. Lifts, pushes and pulls up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, shop and construction site hazards as associated with the trades i.e. high pressure and high-speed equipment, confined spaces, noise, fumes, heights, dust, and other weather conditions and/or outdoor work in inclement weather, including exposure to extreme temperatures.

Standard Office Conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

• Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and others. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.