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About the Role

The Utilities and Energy Management department is seeking candidates who share core values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence. As a member of our team, you will be part of a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. Your work will make a difference in the lives of Campus Operations staff, thereby enhancing the student experience.

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 conformity to standards, quality and quantity by journey-level employees or supervisors.
Attend staff meetings, safety training and meetings.
Attend job-related training and complete assigned training modules.
Follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identify and report safety hazards.
Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents.
Abide by Utilities and Energy Management's set of core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence.
Carry a UT-provided cell phone during work hours and on-call hours and respond to calls received.
Drive a UT vehicle and maintain an acceptable driving record required by UT System Policy UTS157.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
Three years of experience in journey level plumbing of utility distribution systems.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.
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).

Skills

Ability to operate backhoe, bobcat and other job-related equipment.
Ability to work with an integrated work management system, in-house databases and Microsoft Office computer software.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills, including ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Plumbing License with Water Supply Protection Specialist endorsement, Commercial Driver's License, or other related technical certification.
Current Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester and Customer Service Inspector certification.
Ability to perform elevated work.
Ability to work from ladders and/or scaffolds.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Ability to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.
Ability to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work, extended shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to operate forklifts, personnel lifts and cranes.
Operate other job related equipment.
Participate in on-call program.
Successfully complete a WorkSteps functional employment test.

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Journey-level

Education Level

High school graduation or GED

Salary/Compensations

$60,000

Benefits

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

About the Company

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.
We are 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.