Master Utilities Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute is looking to hire a Master Utilities Maintenance Technician. The role will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and machinery, taking a leadership role to ensure mechanical maintenance is safe, efficient, and reliable.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on equipment such as cooling tower fans, pumps, heat exchangers, and LCW water pumps.
• Repair water leaks in the Cyclotron and related equipment.
• Maintain cooling tower chemical balance.
• Maintain low-conductivity water system chemical balance.
• Perform maintenance on building air compressors and hydraulic systems.
• Install and repair copper pipes up to 4 inches long with valves as needed.
• Make recommendations to avoid equipment failures.
• Provide directions to ATs as needed.
• Assist in preparation of cost estimates on new project installations.

• High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven years of related experience in the maintenance of equipment such as industrial power boilers, steam and/or gas turbine driven generators, or industrial or commercial chilling equipment.
• Forklift certification within 6 months of employment or when training next available through EH&S. Failure to complete TAMU training for Master Utilities Maintenance Technicians may result in termination.
• Knowledge of mechanical diagnostic tools, including laser alignment and vibration data processors.
• Knowledge of root cause analyses methods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
• Occasionally hand-carry light duty equipment.
• Must be able to ascend stairs, stand for extended periods, and lift and/or move heavy weight objects.
• Welding Certification. ISA Certification (Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic) is a plus.

• Welding Certification. ISA Certification. Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic.

Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

The selected candidate must be able to occasionally work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents and lived experiences. Core values include Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The Cyclotron Institute is a Department of Energy University Facility, supported by DOE and the State of Texas. We focus on basic research, education in accelerator-based science and technology, and providing technical capabilities for applications in space science, materials science, analytical procedures and nuclear medicine.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with TAMU contributing to health and basic life premiums.
• Annual paid holidays (12-15 days) and paid sick/vacation time.
• Participation in the Texas A&M Teacher Retirement System; health and wellness programs; professional development resources (Linked In Learning, webinars, conference support).
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Living Well program for employees.

Applications received by Texas A&M University must include all job application data or a complete resume attached. We encourage uploading a resume or using Linked In profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon credential verification and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of a criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.