Utilities Plumber

utaustin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin's Utilities and Energy Management is hiring a Utilities Plumber to maintain and repair critical utility distribution systems on campus. You will install, service and diagnose water, gas, steam and related plant equipment in a demanding, safety-conscious environment.

As a member of UT Austin, you will work with a team to ensure uninterrupted campus operations, comply with standards, and participate in ongoing training and safety programs. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Journey-level plumbing and maintenance responsibilities.
• Experience with utility distribution systems in mechanical enviroments.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, operate and maintain distribution systems for water, sanitary and storm sewer, compressed air, natural gas, and steam.
• Maintain records of equipment repair and ensure safety and standards compliance.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas; communicate conditions and actions as needed.
• Keep accurate records and complete work orders using the management system.
• Collaborate with other trades within power/utility facilities and support systems.

Skills

Safety

Respect

Integrity

Reliability

Teamwork

Excellence

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Utilities Plumber ----

Hiring Department:

Utilities and Energy Management ----

Position Open To:

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40 ----

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately ----

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue ----

Location:

AUSTIN, TX ----

Job Details:

General Notes

Who We Are

We are "the power behind UT".

Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas at Austin. We have more than 170 employees in five divisions: Utilities Operations; Utilities Distribution; Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology; Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering and Technical Services.

Who We Are Looking For

• Safety : Commitment to the well-being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.
• Respect : Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Integrity : Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.
• Reliability : Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.
• Teamwork : Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.
• Excellence : Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward-thinking, and stewardship.

As a member of our team, you will be part of a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. We strive to provide a positive workplace culture that welcomes ideas, talent and perspectives - and we look forward to hearing from you!

Learn more about Utilities and Energy Management .

Your skills will make a difference.

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of Campus Operations staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has earning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing checks and passing physical abilities testing (Worksteps).

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.

Purpose

To perform journey-level plumbing and related trade functions in a mechanical utility distribution environment. Responsible for providing journey-level craftsmanship in the mechanical maintenance and repair of utility mains and associated systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, operate and maintain distribution systems for water, sanitary and storm sewer, compressed air, natural gas, and high-pressure steam using industry-standard methods of fabrication and assembly. Monitor and inspect systems for safety of installation and proper operation. Unstop obstructed lines.
• Install, maintain, modify, and repair plant equipment or utility systems. Maintain records of equipment repair. Ensure compliance with standards of workmanship and safety.
• Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas as needed. Inform appropriate personnel of unusual conditions and known or diagnosed problems or deficiencies, and take appropriate action as needed.
• Keep accurate computer and/or paper based records, such as equipment inventories, maintenance logs, estimates, outage requests, campus building plan sets, etc. Complete work orders using integrated work management system.
• Work in conjunction with other trades or crafts personnel in support of systems within the power plant, chilling stations, utility tunnels or direct-buried utilities.
• Perform other related functions as assigned. Perform work in accordance with normal trade practices to pass inspection for