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Building Utilities Mechanic

 

 

Building Utilities Mechanic

  • 515432
  • Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Staff

Title: Building Utilities Mechanic

Employee Classification: Building Utilities Mechanic

Campus: University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Campus Operations

Department: HSC-Facilities Admin-356000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: 52,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

Facilities Management Services is dedicated to providing services to the Health Science Center by maintaining an environment that is conducive to learning, teaching, and research.

Position Overview

The Department of Facilities Management Service Administration at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Facilities Maintenance Manager to join their team

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Experience with HVAC central plant systems, equipment safety devices, basic electrical knowledge, and repair, starting up, and commissioning HVAC systems.
  • Handson 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

  • High level of customer service skills, technical skills.
  • Monitor operation of all mechanical systems, equipment, including building automation systems, air distribution systems, chillers, boilers, ventilation equipment, air handling equipment, motors, pumps, valves, compressors, air conditioners, and related environmental equipment to insure safe and efficient operation.

Job Duties

  • Assist in the investigation of utility systems and troubleshoot operational problems as experience allows and as directed.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on pump engines and other equipment including checking oil, greases, filters and related equipment.
  • Pull, repair and analyze mechanical equipment as necessary to complete required repairs.
  •  Assist in the installation of new utility system improvements.
  • Respond to maintenance schedules for equipment and ensure the proper maintenance duties are performed.
  • Work with other maintenance employees and conduct training of new employees in job duties if directed. Assists in coordinating the efficient use of allocated labor and supplies for daytoday requirements.
  • Responsible for keeping maintenance records up todate including work orders and related forms.

Physical Requirements

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
  • Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
  • Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
  • Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
  • Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
  • Operating machinery and/or power tools.
  • Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

  • Elevated temperatures.
  • Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
  • Low temperatures.
  • Noisy environments.
  • Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
  • Small and/or enclosed spaces.
  • Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work Schedule

6:00am-3:00pm

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

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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, 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. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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