Utility Maintenance Technician

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Utility Maintenance Technician to perform daily maintenance tasks, monitor equipment functionality, and uphold safety standards. With a commitment to professional growth, this full-time position offers a supportive work environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Vacation and holiday pay

Various insurance options

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance or related education/experience.
• Valid driver's license and able to meet university driver eligibility.
• Ability to read and interpret prints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily utility maintenance tasks and monitor equipment functionality.
• Conduct inspections of tunnels to identify and rectify leaks.
• Document and submit records detailing maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Common power and hand tools

Job description

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Working Title Utility Maintenance Technician

Department UO Husker Energy & Power-12300

Description Of Work

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

As a Utility Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Execute daily utility maintenance tasks following prescribed procedures and assigned work orders.
• Monitor the functioning of equipment and machinery, promptly addressing any irregularities or malfunctions.
• Order and acquire materials, parts, and equipment required for assigned tasks and projects in alignment with procurement processes and policies.
• Conduct thorough inspections of tunnels to identify and rectify leaks.
• Disassemble, diagnose, repair, and reassemble equipment responsible for generating and transporting steam, hot water, and chilled water across various locations within the UNL campus.
• Document, maintain, and submit records detailing maintenance activities.
• Uphold and enhance safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards, adhering to site policies and procedures.
• Effectively utilize safety equipment, including fall protection, Lockout-Tagout ( LOTO ) procedures, confined space entry protocols, and appropriate protective gear.
• Maintain consistent attendance during regular work hours and work overtime when demanded by operational needs.
• Adapt to work situations and effectively work independently or as part of a team.
  
  
  

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance or related education/experience.
• Familiarity with tools and knowledgeable of machinery operation and maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and skills.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with common power and hand tools.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret prints and schematics.
• Physical ability to stand, crouch, and lift objects throughout a standard workday.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant coursework, or specialized training beyond high school.
• Experience in a utility plant working with steam and/or chilled water production.
• Knowledgeable of steam production and application, refrigeration principles, and/or plumbing and pipefitting.
• EPA 608 Certification (refrigerant handling).
  
  
  

Posted Salary Salary commensurate with experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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