Power Systems Technician
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Power Systems Technician
Utilities and Energy Management
All Applicants
40
Non-Exempt
Immediately
Expected to Continue
UT MAIN CAMPUS
General Notes
Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing checks.
Purpose
To perform journeyman level skills and expertise in evaluating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and testing functions for electrical power systems. Responsible for journeyman level design, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of controls, metering, VFD's, soft-staters, PLC controllers and monitoring equipment for chill water stations, electric utility and generation systems.
Responsibilities
High school graduation or GED. Five years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in metering, relaying, process controls and low and medium voltage switchgear, VFD's and soft-starters. Have a current Texas journeyman electrician license.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
More than five years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in metering, relaying, process controls and low and medium voltage switchgear, VFD's and soft-starters. Have a current Texas master electrician license.
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. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).
Salary Range
$74,000
Working Conditions
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.
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.
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.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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.
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 o
Power Systems Technician
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Utilities and Energy Management
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All Applicants
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40
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Non-Exempt
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Immediately
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Expected to Continue
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UT MAIN CAMPUS
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General Notes
Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing checks.
Purpose
To perform journeyman level skills and expertise in evaluating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and testing functions for electrical power systems. Responsible for journeyman level design, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of controls, metering, VFD's, soft-staters, PLC controllers and monitoring equipment for chill water stations, electric utility and generation systems.
Responsibilities
- Installs, maintains, tests, adjusts, and calibrates electrical utility power meters and circuit protective devices including digital protective relays, kilowatthour meters, power circuit breakers, data acquisition and telemetry equipment, etc. Repairs and modifies control circuitry and auxiliary devices. Designs and documents electronic retrofits of outdated equipment. Accuracy expected in all phases of work performed. Perform related duties as assigned.
- Monitors and records all electrical system operating data and makes recommended corrective procedures. Prepares detail specifications and reviews bid tabulations of required equipment. Works with power generator protective devices and controls such as excitation controls and governors. Works and troubleshoots low and medium voltage variable frequency drives. Documents and plans work performed on power transformers.
- Receives, and maintains inventory of materials, supplies, and tools. Maintains records of work performed. Completes work orders using automated maintenance program systems. Work around hazardous materials and energy sources, including distribution level voltage sources.
- Cleans and maintains all equipment and work areas. Works in conjunction with trades or craft personnel in support of systems within power plant, chilling stations, utility tunnels or other underground utilities. Experience with test sets standard with industry. Use of tools of the trade, and standard office equipment. May perform elevated work, including utilizing scaffolding and personnel lifts. May work in confined spaces.
- Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action. Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards as necessary. Oversees and verifies compliance with standards of workmanship and safety. May be required to perform safety audits and inspections. May be required to train other personnel in safety and job-related categories.
- Must be able to read, interpret, and update equipment and system drawings. Must be proficient in use of a personal computer (Word, Excel, etc.). Review and update manuals, check sheets, procedures, and preventive maintenance instructions with best practice information. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- 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. Work effectively from a remote office or on campus. Drive university vehicle or cart. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4. Perform other related functions as assigned.
High school graduation or GED. Five years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in metering, relaying, process controls and low and medium voltage switchgear, VFD's and soft-starters. Have a current Texas journeyman electrician license.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
More than five years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in metering, relaying, process controls and low and medium voltage switchgear, VFD's and soft-starters. Have a current Texas master electrician license.
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. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).
Salary Range
$74,000
Working Conditions
- Uniforms or PPE
- All weather conditions
- Extreme Temperatures
- Chemical Fumes
- Standard Office
- Biohazards
- Chemicals
- Electrical/Mechanical
- Keyboard
- Manual Dexterity
- Climbing of stairs
- Climbing of ladders
- Lifting and moving
- May be required to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work, extended shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels. May be required to lift up to 50lbs. Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend. May be required to perform elevated work. Occasional work from ladders and/or scaffolds. May be required to operate forklifts, personnel lifts and cranes. Operate other job related equipment. May require tuberculosis screening and occasional use of a respirator. Shall participate in on-call program.
- 9-80 Work Schedule; Monday-Thursday 06:00 AM - 03:30 PM and Every other Friday 06:00 AM - 02:30 PM
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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.
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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.
- ---
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.
- ---
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
- ---
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.
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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 o
JOB SUMMARY
Power Systems TechnicianTransforce
Austin
a month ago
N/A
Full-time