Emergency Power & Utility Systems Technician

University of Texas at Austin

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 72,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Vision, Dental, Life Insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Retirement plans with employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin on UT Main Campus is seeking an Emergency Systems Technician to perform journey-level skills in emergency generators and standby electrical systems. You will ensure reliability, safety, and timely maintenance across campus utilities.

Join Utilities and Energy Management to maintain critical power services, collaborate with teams, and participate in on-call rotations. The role requires physical ability, shift work, and a commitment to UT Austin’s safety and

Qualifications

High school graduation or GED.
Five years of experience as a journey-level repair and maintenance of electrical generators, electrical, industrial, mechanical or utility distribution equipment.
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Performs scheduled corrective and routine maintenance of electrical emergency systems.
Coordinates and monitors repairs by support groups or contractors.
Determines the need for equipment upgrades and updates electrical drawings.
Tests and evaluates equipment to ensure operation readiness and participates in on-call.
Reviews submittal drawings and readings of electrical and mechanical diagrams.
Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of materials, supplies and tools.
Trains personnel on procedures and safety.