Electrical/Mechanical Technician - LTTS (TSA V)

Job Posting Title:
Electrical/Mechanical Technician - LTTS (TSA V) ----
Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories ----
Position Open To:
All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40 ----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA ----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately ----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue ----
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ----
Job Details:
Purpose
Provide mechanical and technical support at the Lake Travis Test Station.

Responsibilities

- Provide journey-level skills to perform work in a variety of trades required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of university facilities and equipment.

- Responsible for the fabrication, installation, operation, and routine or emergency maintenance and/or repair of university facilities.

- Performs journey-level work in a particular area of expertise assigned.

- Assists workers in solving work related problems at the job site including time and material estimates related to time sensitive projects.

- Orders job-related materials as required. Inspects finished work for conformity to specifications and standards.

- Reports and coordinates project status to supervisor. Operate vessels and boats as needed.

Required Qualifications

- HS/GED

- Seven years of skilled construction and maintenance of equipment related to this position.

- Strong mechanical aptitude

- Knowledgeable with shop tools and materials related to the specific job performed

- Must be comfortable working around water including boater safety training and vessel operations.

- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and take initiative.

- Demonstrated alertness and careful attention.

- Work well with little to no supervision.

- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

- Supervisory/management experience.

- Strong electrical aptitude.

- Automotive/marine mechanical and electrical knowledge.

- Use of diagnostic tooling for troubleshooting and repair of associated equipment/hardware.

- Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.

- Proficiency in computer software.

- Ability to solder well.

- Journey level experience in one of the following: carpentry, welding, plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, metal building fabrication or painting.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required.  Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website ( www.arlut.utexas.edu ) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
·    100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
·    Retirement contributions
·    Paid vacation and sick time
·    Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website  to learn more about the total benefits offered.

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
$63,000-$72,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

- Performs work in accordance with established safety procedures.

- Lifts, pushes and pulls up to 50 pounds.

- May be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, shop and construction site hazards as associated with the trades i.e. high pressure and high-speed equipment, confined spaces, noise, fumes, heights, dust, and other weather conditions and/or outdoor work in inclement weather, including exposure to extreme temperatures.

- Standard Office Conditions

- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

- Use of manual dexterity

- Some weekend, evening and holiday work

- Possible interstate/intrastate travel

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]

- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]

- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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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.