Plant Engineering Technician I
St Edwards University
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St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas is seeking a Plant Engineering Technician I to maintain and repair campus HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. The role emphasizes reliable climate control for students, staff, and faculty, with cross‑functional duties across facilities.
The ideal candidate has 3+ years in commercial HVAC, reads blueprints, and is comfortable with BAS/BMS and digital work orders. EPA certification is preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of commercial HVAC maintenance/repair experience.
- Able to read blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with plumbing and electrical troubleshooting.
- Familiar with BAS/BMS and digital work orders.
- Strong communication and safety-minded approach.
Responsibilities
- Install, diagnose, maintain, and repair campus HVAC systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance on RTUs, AHUs, pumps, towers, and boilers.
- Monitor and adjust BAS/BMS for energy efficiency.
- Troubleshoot controls, refrigerants, and safety systems.
- Coordinate with facilities and vendors; respond to emergencies.
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Title: Plant Engineering Technician I
Department: Plant Engineering
We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile HVAC Technician with strong cross‑functional experience in electrical and plumbing systems. This role is responsible for the overall maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of campus building infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be primarily focused on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, but must be fully capable of diagnosing and resolving commercial plumbing and electrical issues to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for students, staff, and faculty.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Completion of an HVAC trade school program, apprenticeship, or equivalent on‑the‑job training.
- EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is preferred.
- Valid state driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial HVAC maintenance and repair.
- Proven, hands‑on experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial plumbing and electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity with digital work order systems and Building Automation Systems.
- Strong communication skills and a customer‑service mindset when interacting with building occupants.
- Install, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on RTUs, AHUs, chilled water pumps, cooling towers, and boilers.
- Monitor and adjust Building Management Systems (BMS) / Building Automation Systems (BAS) to ensure optimal climate control and energy efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and replace pneumatic and electronic controls, actuators, and thermostats.
- Manage refrigerant tracking and recovery in compliance with EPA regulations.
- Electrical: Troubleshoot and repair minor commercial electrical issues, including replacing breakers, fuses, switches, relays, and outlets. Maintain and repair interior/exterior lighting systems and fixtures.
- Plumbing: Diagnose and repair leaks, unclog drains, and replace commercial plumbing fixtures (toilets, urinals, sinks, shower heads). Perform maintenance on domestic water heaters and booster pumps.
- Safely use multimeters, voltage testers, and other diagnostic tools to trace electrical shorts or faults within mechanical equipment.
- Receive, update, and close out daily work orders using the campus facility management software.
- Maintain accurate daily logs of work performed, time spent, and materials used.
- Identify and request necessary replacement parts and materials needed for repairs.
- Respond to emergency maintenance calls during regular hours and participate in the after‑hours on‑call rotation as needed.
- Coordinate seamlessly with outside vendors, contractors, and other facility staff.
- None
Exposure: "Normal" working conditions for this position include frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals (refrigerants/cleaning solvents), and outside weather conditions.
- Noise Level: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be loud when working near mechanical plant equipment (chillers/boilers).
- Standards: All work must be performed in strict accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards.
- Protocols: The employee is required to utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, hazard communication, and confined space entry guidelines.
- Physical Requirements (ADA Compliance): The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Mobility: Must be able to traverse the campus, climb ladders/stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment in tight spaces (e.g., attics, basements, crawl spaces).
- Lifting: Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move heavier equipment with mechanical assistance.
- Dexterity: Requires the manual dexterity to operate hand tools, power tools, and computer keyboards for BAS adjustments.
The incumbent is expected to have or possess: (Expectations are behaviors that should be exhibited in is essential in being successful in this position), examples below:
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, student body, alumni and community with individual differences, life experiences and unique capabilities.
- Model behavior of excellence through actions that support the university's operating principles and mission.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures established by St. Edward's University.
For detailed information, please scroll to the bottom of the page to download the job description.
The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package!
- Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA Available)
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave
- Retirement Plan – (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Services & Discounts
St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquireddistinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an internationalperspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of variedcultural, religious, educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, thedifferent backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty and staff enrich our community andrepresent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value theindividual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities and innovative talent that ouremployees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honorsand respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcomingenvironment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation ofall people to pursue a more just world.
St. Edward's University, 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.
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 4,600 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. St. Edward's emphasizes critical thinking and ethical practices, as well as small classes, personalized learning and exciting internship opportunities. The community atmosphere extends to the approximately 800 faculty and staff who work together to make the university a welcoming yet challenging environment for students. An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at https://www.stedwards.edu/human-resources/benefits-summary
We are not offering sponsorship at this time.
A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Reference #: J2026025
Available: Immediately
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