Maintenance Worker II (Security Services)

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the security services shop for University Housing and Dining (UHD). You will perform installation, repair, and maintenance of locking hardware, exit devices, and low voltage access equipment, and assist in completing work orders for residence halls.

Responsibilities include rekeying hardware, working with master key systems, and coordinating with supervisors on job status.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of related maintenance/repair experience.
• Relevant education/experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Assist security service shop staff in installation, repair, and maintenance of locking hardware, exit devices, and low voltage access equipment.
• Complete work orders for residence halls and general building repairs; communicate status with supervisor.
• Handle rekeying, master key systems, key cutting machines, and key software.
• Carry UT cell phone, respond to emergencies, and work on-call; weekends and overtime as needed.
• Submit paperwork timely and assist in inventory management.

Skills

Maintenance work

Low voltage systems

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

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

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

To assist the security services shop with maintenance and repair work with the ongoing operations of the residence halls for University Housing and Dining (UHD). Perform maintenance and repair tasks independently or may assist journey-level craft workers with work orders. Assist in providing a comfortable living environment for students in residence halls.

Responsibilities

• Assist security service shop staff in the installation, repair and maintenance of all types of locking hardware, exit devises and low voltage access equipment. Assist security service shop with rekeying all types of locking hardware, work with master key systems, key cutting machines and key software.
• Complete work orders provided by the departments supervisor or manager for residence halls and general building repairs. Communicate daily with supervisor and or manager on status of work orders that may need assistance from other trades. Sign out, track, and account for all inventory used and/or taken from the shop.
• Change power supplies, transformers, switches, outlets and perform minor electrical and low voltage (24V) repairs in the residence halls. Daily walkthroughs in mechanical rooms, checking access equipment power supplies and replacing as needed as well as distinguishing between different colored wires, using various tools, and equipment to complete tasks. Reporting any large issues to supervisor or manager that may need assistance from outside vendors.
• Carry a UT cell phone and be on the on-call rotation and respond to emergencies as requested. Perform and respond to emergency repairs 24/7 and facilitate completion as needed. Must be able to work as a team member independently and in various work areas. Work weekends and overtime as determined by the supervisor.
• Promote professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and work skills through ongoing training and workshops, including monthly safety training.
• Submit paperwork in a timely manner & participate in assessment development through-out the year. Pick up supplies and drive UT vehicle. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in performing installation, operation, construction, maintenance, and or repair work in a field or fields related to the work performed.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than two years of experience in electrical, and/or building maintenance and repair environment.
• Experience in installing and repairing doors, door hardware, and exit devices.
• Experience with installing and repairing low voltage access systems.
• Experience with rekeying of commercial locking hardware.
• Experience working with IC cores and Master key systems.
• Experience working in facilities and/or maintenance at University of Texas at Austin.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others and in a team environment.

Driving Required

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. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around chemicals.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving.
• Pushing, pulling, and moving a max force of 212 lbs.
• Lifting and moving 80 lbs.
• The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment.

Work Shift

• Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:30PM. Workdays, area, and hours may vary based on the departments needs.

Required Materials

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