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    HVAC Mechanic/Technician - Austin, United States - University of Texas at Austin

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    Job Posting Title:
    HVAC Mechanic/Technician

    * Hiring Department:Marine Science Institute

    * Position Open To:All Applicants

    * Weekly Scheduled Hours:40

    * FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

    * Earliest Start Date:Immediately

    * Position Duration:Expected to Continue

    * Location:MARINE SCIENCE INSTITUTE

    * Job Details:General Notes

    Position is located in Port Aransas, Texas. Hiring decision contingent upon applicant clearing a background check.

    Come join us at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute Where your skills will make a difference.

    The Marine Science Institute is a part of the University of Texas at Austin Department of Natural Sciences, and notably the most significant marine science research facility on the Texas coast.

    UTMSI is internationally recognized for its academic programs and research.

    Our goal is to find a like-minded professional who will join in our community efforts to support the staff and students in their educational research efforts at the Marine Science Institute.

    Purpose


    To perform journey level skilled work in the installation, maintenance and service of HVAC systems and chiller plant and perform as a member of a team in a fast paced multi-project environment.

    Responsibilities


    • Assist coworkers as needed and perform as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment.
    • Assist electrician to maintain and repair electrical system. Maintain lighting systems and assist coworkers in other related work projects. Drive UT vehicle to pick up supplies and equipment to job sites.
    • Balancing of the air-handlers (dampers) to maintain comfort levels in offices and lab areas.
    • Calibration to multiple heat-pumps and timers for temperature control of seawater in lab tanks.
    • Repair seawater pumps and associated motors. Maintain records and prepare reports on repairs and service to HVAC equipment. Yearly cleaning of evaporated coils and cooling towers.
    • Replacement of air-handler filters and belts. Daily tests of chemical feeders and blow-down pumps on cooling towers.
    • Service and repair of split system A/C systems with special emphasis on heat pump systems.

    Overhaul and service of HVAC equipment to include:
    adjust valves, piping connections, remove and install motors, thermostats, and humidistats.

    Required Qualifications

    High School Diploma or GED. Licensed by the State of Texas as a Class A or Class B journey level HVAC mechanic. Three years' experience in construction and/or maintenance and repair in a crafts trade or facilities maintenance. Your experience should include 3 years journey level HVAC and controls mechanic and 1 year of other related trades.

    Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

    Preferred Qualifications

    HVAC experience in air conditioning, heating, controls experience, refrigeration, maintenance and repairs.

    More than five years of journey-level experience in a combination of trades performing installation, repairs, renovations of multiple types construction and systems.

    More than three years of journey level experience in one or more of the following trades:
    electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.

    Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions from supervisors, customers, and co-workers.

    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

    $40,000-$50,000 depending on qualifications

    Working Conditions


    • May be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, high pressure and high-speed equipment
    • Confined spaces and/or outdoor work in inclement weather
    • Alertness and careful attention is required to avoid injury to self and others
    • May require occasional extended work hours or on-call
    • Climbing of stairs and ladders
    • Lifting and moving
    Work Shift

    40 hours a week, Monday-Friday - Schedule to be determined with supervisor.

    On-call and weekends as needed.

    Required Materials


    • Resume/CV
    • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
    • Letter of interest


    Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications.

    Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files.

    Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.


    Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs.

    If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply.

    This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume.

    In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

    * Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

    * Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

    * Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

    * Equal Opportunity Employer: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.

    * Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

    * Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

    * E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015.

    The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:


    • E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
    • E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
    • Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
    • Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
    * Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.


    The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report.

    You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.


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