Utility Ops Technician I - Utilities - Operations (Galveston)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX, is seeking a skilled technician to perform plant equipment operation in a central energy plant environment. You will repair, maintain, inspect and operate utilities production equipment and distribution systems.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown of major plant equipment, reading technical manuals, logging measurements, and attending safety training. Strong emphasis on safety and adherence to internal controls in a team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Valid Class C Driver’s license.
• Healthcare or academic institution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Startup, shutdown, and operate major plant equipment including power generation and boilers.
• Read blueprints and technical manuals for equipment and buildings as required.
• Monitor equipment and maintain records of operational status.
• Complete work orders using asset management tracking systems.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Attend safety training and plant operation courses.
• Assist in corrective maintenance tasks for mechanical or electrical systems.
• Log measurements of operating boilers, turbines, and large chilled water production equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Assist in repairing components on energy management systems.

Skills

Driver's license (Class C)

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or GED or equivalent years of education, experience, and/or training. Must be capable of demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job in a post-offer employment test as administered by UTMB Rehab Services. This job requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from the floor to the knuckle and 50lbs. from the knuckle to the shoulder, and requires frequent bending, standing, and walking.

• Must have a valid Class C Driver’s license

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or GED or equivalent years of education, experience, and/or training. Must be capable of demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job in a post-offer employment test as administered by UTMB Rehab Services. This job requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from the floor to the knuckle and 50lbs. from the knuckle to the shoulder, and requires frequent bending, standing, and walking.

• Must have a valid Class C Driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant experience in a healthcare or academic institution.

Job Summary

Perform skilled-level operation of plant equipment and machinery typically found in a central plant environment. Maintain the necessary technical skills to repair, maintain, inspect, and operate Utilities production equipment, distribution systems, and energy management equipment.

Job Duties

• Startup, shutdown, and operate major power generation/chillers/boilers/combined heat and power plant equipment in accordance with established operational and safety procedures.
• Reads blueprints and technical manuals for equipment and buildings as required.
• Monitors equipment and maintains records of equipment operational status.
• Completes work orders using asset management tracking systems.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards.
• Attend staff meetings and safety training.
• Attends plant operation and maintenance training courses.
• Assists in corrective maintenance tasks incidental to the operation of mechanical or electrical systems.
• Logs measurements of operating high-pressure boilers, combustion turbines, heat recovery boilers, heating-hot water, and large chilled water production equipment.
• Maintains the workspace in a clean and safe condition.
• Assists in repairing components on the energy management system.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.

Working Environment/Location of Position

• Some exposure to weather and physical hazards.
• Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards typical of a central plant and utility distribution systems.
• The DuPont schedule may require working extended or rotating shifts.
• Lifting heavy objects and working in a plant environment.
• General equipment used in allied trades.
• Standard Office Equipment for basic computer access and e-mail.

Salary Range

Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

1113 - Central Energy Plant

Job

Engineering, Crafts, Trades & LaborRegular

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Sep 3, 2026, 10:00:11 AM