Title: Building Utilities Mechanic

Employee Classification: Building Utilities Mechanic

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Facilities Management Services

Department: HSC-Institutional Real Property-355100

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Facilities Management team’s mission is to make The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth a place where the facilities and grounds are aesthetically pleasing, clean, well maintained, energy efficient and appropriate to support the institutional Mission and Vision. We are dedicated to providing services to the Health Science Center by maintaining an environment that is conducive to learning, teaching, and research.

Position Overview

The Building Utilities Mechanic will perform routine inspection, maintenance and repairs to building mechanical systems, i.e. pumps, valves, HVAC systems and related equipment. i.e. air handling units, filters, cooling towers. Startup/shut down major building equipment. i.e. Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with HVAC central plant systems, equipment safety devices, basic electrical knowledge, and repair, starting up, and commissioning HVAC systems.
• Hands-on experience with setting up and troubleshooting mechanical equipment is required, including pumps, motors, fans, chillers, boilers, air compressors and testing safety devices.
• Typical repairs include large central plant systems with condensing boilers, large pump stations, chillers and refrigerant monitoring systems, office fit out with VAV boxes, air handler retrofits, roof top unit replacement, fan coil units and heat pumps.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in the operation and repair of boilers, chillers, air handlers, pumps and life safety systems.
• Good computer skills with experience controlling Building Automation Systems.
• Ability to work any shift.

Job Duties:

• Perform routine inspection, maintenance and repairs to building mechanical systems, i.e. pumps, valves etc.
• Perform routine inspection, maintenance and repairs to HVAC systems and related equipment. i.e. air handling units, filters, cooling towers.
• Maintain comfort levels in a building environment through the computerized building automation system.
• Startup/shut down major building equipment. i.e. Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers.
• Perform minor plumbing and general building maintenance duties as required.
• Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the Department.

Work Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30am- 4:00pm

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.