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UT Health Austin

Senior Facilities Technical Staff

UT Health Austin, Austin, Texas, United States, 78701

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Senior Facilities Technical Staff

Hiring Department: Utilities and Energy Management Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Earliest Start Date: Immediately Location: AUSTIN, TX Position Duration: Expected to Continue General Notes

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 We are seeking candidates who share the following core values: 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! 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 Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship. Security sensitive; Certified 3-Yr Driving Record requested and Criminal Background Check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision contingent on clearing checks. Purpose

This position supports the University of Texas (UT) Utilities and Energy Management Department (UEM) in inspecting UEM utility additions or improvements and repairs to existing UEM utilities, and serves as the construction interface for UEM to projects to ensure projects are completed following UEM design standards and do not compromise the integrity of the campus utility infrastructure. Responsibilities

Responsible for serving as the technical liaison between UEM staff, project managers, project professional service providers (PSPs), and contractors during project design and construction phases for UEM piping and equipment installation and associated inspections and testing. Preparation of detailed field inspection and test reports for projects for project team members with overall responsibility for such projects, using portable personal computers and software as assigned This includes review of reports prepared by others. Interprets and evaluates field equipment data in relationship to the project plans and specifications using specialized tools and instrumentation, and effectively communicates findings with UEM project team members and contractors. Constructively manages conflict when necessary. Collaboration with UEM engineers, management, front line supervisors, and all trades to gather useful data and ideas in the implementation of projects through all phases. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. Clearly documents and compiles project design and construction issues of concerns, forwards reports to supervisor and project manager, and leads in resolving issues. Initiate research and implementation of enhancements to the inspection process to increase efficiency and effectiveness and improve documentation, including but not limited to the build-out of UEM inspection and testing requirements within the UTWorks CPPM module. Create inspection and testing procedures and perform training for UEM staff. 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, follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, 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. Attends staff meetings, safety training or meetings, and job-related training courses. Required to carry University cell phone during work and on-call hours. Performs other related functions as assigned. Expected to work at all UT Austin campuses and facilities. Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Ten (10) years of experience in skilled level repair and maintenance or construction and installation of industrial, mechanical or utility distribution equipment. Preferred Qualifications

Fifteen (15) or more years of related skilled level experience in the repair and maintenance and/or construction and installation of industrial plant mechanical equipment and/or utility distribution systems. Advanced knowledge of ASME welding codes. Experience with high pressure refrigerant chillers. Experience with chilled water distribution systems including construction methods for steel and HDPE piping. Experience in installing industrial pumps in accordance with Process Industry Practices (PIP)/American Petroleum Institute (API) Recommended Practice 686 for Machinery Installation Experience in reviewing and interpreting construction plans and specifications. Experience working in a plant or utility within a university or campus environment. Experience in using a computer including portable field devices and software systems for documenting work performed, including inspections and testing in the field. Experience preparing detailed reports, preparing procedures and training programs Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment. Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication and conflict management skills. 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. Salary Range

$75,000 Working Conditions

Environmental Demands:

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished) May work in all weather conditions May work in extreme temperatures May work around chemical fumes May work around standard office environments May work around biohazards May work around chemicals May work around electrical/mechanical equipment Physical Tasks:

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Climbing of stairs Climbing of ladders