Electrical and Instrument Technician

Job Posting Title

Electrical and Instrument Technician I

Utilities and Energy Management

All Applicants

40

Non-Exempt

Immediately

Expected to Continue

AUSTIN, TX

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  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 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!

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 Linked In 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
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff
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Security sensitive; three‑year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background checks and successfully complete a physical assessment, Lift/Carry 78 lbs., pull 125 lbs., lift 2‑45 lbs. weights up ladder, kneeling work in confined spaces, and other tasks.

Under supervision of the Supervisor of Utilities – Power Systems E&C, assist in performing journey‑level installation, retrofit, modification, inspection, and preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical and controls systems in an electrical generation and chill water production environment.

• Assists in performing journey level installation, retrofit, and modification of low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switch gear, lighting, battery equipment, motors, motor starters, VFD’s, soft starters, PLC, DCS, UPS, and ATS systems, and other electrical and controls related items in a power and chill water production environment. Maintains compliance with the National Electric Code.
• Assists in performing…