Mechanic / Technician

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanic/Technician to join their team. This role involves providing journey-level skills for the maintenance, repair, and operation of facilities and equipment at a prominent university. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC, along with excellent communication skills. This position requires on-site work with a commitment to safety and quality service. If you're looking to contribute to a dynamic environment and make a difference in a vibrant community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Uniforms and PPE Provided

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in construction and/or maintenance in a crafts trade.
• Must have Class 'C' Operator's Driver's License and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair tasks in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Analyze work orders and prioritize repairs, ensuring safety standards.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

HVAC

Carpentry

Interpersonal Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

HVAC Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

Job Posting Title: Mechanic/Technician

Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date: Mar 01, 2025

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

General Notes: Additional hours will be required to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This job is not suitable for remote work and is expected to work regular, on-site hours.

Purpose: Provide journey-level skills to perform work in a variety of trades required for the fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of Texas Athletics facilities and equipment. May assist with time and material estimates and on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Function 1: Assist with journey level work in installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing plumbing systems. Performs installation, maintenance, inspection and repair as needed. Assist with testing of heating, mechanical, and electrical systems including pumps, fans, and compressors. Assist with painting walls, railings and other areas in Texas Athletics facilities.
• Function 2: Responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks independently and assist journey-level craft workers. Replace repair kits and flush valves on plumbing fixtures, change shower and faucet heads, repair drinking fountains and urinals, install sinks, and repair doors.
• Function 3: Assist with Pre-Game and Post-Game venue set-ups and stadium cleanup. Operate forklift and carts. Drive a UT vehicle to transport equipment and supplies to perform routine and preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Function 4: Assist with journey level work installing, maintaining, repairing, and servicing electrical components, electrical equipment, and systems. Respond to electrical and general maintenance related service calls. Perform installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, and repair of building and equipment, electrical systems and components. Test electrical equipment for safety and accuracy. Change lights, ballasts and outlets.
• Function 5: Analyze computer generated work orders and prioritize repairs. Use troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to identify malfunctions and coordinate repairs with other trades as needed. Inspect and evaluate work to ensure standards are met and shop safety is maintained.
• Function 6: Complete and submit paperwork accurately and timely. Follow all safety protocols and report unsafe conditions.
• Function 7: Perform basic service on HVAC equipment including pumps, air handlers, changing out filters and other mechanical systems. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and perform startup of building automation systems. Read and interpret profiles and blueprints.
• Function 8: Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics. Always act ethically. Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program. Actively participate in assigned education and training programs. Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body, including state and federal laws.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Three years of experience in construction and/or maintenance and repair in a crafts trade of facilities maintenance. The three years of experience must include two years of experience in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions from supervisors, and co-workers. Licenses: Class "C" Operator's Driver's License. Applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Applicant selected must have an acceptable 3 year driving record and maintain an acceptable driving record and valid license throughout employment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than 3 years of journey level experience in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC. Experience in Residential and Commercial HVAC equipment including rooftop package units, VAV systems, Boilers, and control systems. Commercial and residential renovation experience, experience in commercial facility maintenance and repair.

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.

Salary Range

$48,500 + depending on qualifications

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 bio-hazards
• May work around chemicals
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
• Use of manual dexterity
• Climbing of stairs
• Climbing of ladders
• Lifting and moving
• Pushing, Pulling and Moving a max force of 212 lbs., and Lifting and Moving 80 lbs.
• Must be able to work under stress independently and as a team member.
• Typical standard hours of work apply however may be required to work nights/weekends based on events.

Work Shift

Emergency On Call: Required to be on the on-call rotation schedule to respond to emergencies outside of normal work hours and during holidays, carry a UT cell phone, and make emergency repairs 24/7 as needed.

Required Materials

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

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English)
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish)

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). 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.