Temporary - Instrument and Controls Technician I - Utilities and Energy Management - (UTEMPS)

The University of Texas at Austin; United States; In loco; USD 52.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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The University of Texas at Austin on UT Main Campus is seeking a Temporary Instrument and Controls Technician I for Utilities and Energy Management. The role is 40 hours weekly, non-exempt, with an immediate start date and a projected end date of August 31, 2027.

Hourly rate is $25.00. Work schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday, with varying Friday hours; benefits eligibility applies.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years related apprentice-level experience in instrumentation and control systems.

Mansioni

• Assist in installation, retrofit, and modification of campus instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintain ISA safety practices and follow safety policies.
• Perform tasks safely with PPE and report hazards.
• Work around hazardous materials and in confined spaces.
• Operate equipment such as bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts as required.

Conoscenze

Instrumentation

Safety awareness

Technical troubleshooting

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

ISA Level 1 Certification

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Job Posting Details

Job Posting Title: Temporary - Instrument and Controls Technician I - Utilities and Energy Management - (UTEMPS)

Hiring Department: UTemp Pool

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details: General Notes Temporary assignments may be filled at any time; only competitive applicants selected will be contacted and provided with instructions on the continued application process. Please no phone calls or emails. The projected end date for this assignment is Augut 31, 2027. This assignment will be benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

Assists in performing journey-level installation, retrofit, and modification of campus utility meters, transmitters, automation valves, auxiliary control systems, and other monitoring equipment for electric power and chill water metering, distribution, and generation systems in a power and chill water production environment.

Maintains compliance with ISA best installation practices. Follows all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, takes required safety training, and identifies and reports safety hazards.

Complies with standards of workmanship and safety in the workplace. Performs work tasks in a safe manner, wears appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports near misses and incidents.

Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards. Works around hazardous materials, high temperatures, and loud environments.

Performs elevated work on scaffolding, platforms, and personnel lifts. Works in confined spaces, including tunnels and man-holes.

Operates bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other equipment as required. Performs all instrumentation work, adhering to ISA standards for safety in the workplace.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.


• At least 2 years of related apprentice-level experience in the operation and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems equipment for mechanical, electrical, and industrial equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 4 years of related apprentice-level experience in the operation and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems equipment for mechanical, electrical, and industrial equipment.


• Graduation from an accredited college in Industrial Instrumentation or related studies.


• ISA level 1 certification.

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).

Hourly Rate

$25.00

Working Conditions

Attire: Jeans Uniforms provided, Safety shoes provided.

Work Shift Hours per week - 40. Work hours 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work schedule is a 9-80. Monday through Thursday, work hours are 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM. On Friday, work is from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Every other Friday is off for half of the crew.

Required Materials

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

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

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 if this position is identified 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.

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