Master Utilities Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Master Utilities Maintenance Technician

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Cyclotron Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute, a Department of Energy University Facility, is jointly supported by DOE and the State of Texas and is a major technical and educational resource for the state and the nation. At the Institute, we focus on conducting basic research, educating students in accelerator-based science and technology, and providing technical capabilities for a wide variety of applications in space science, materials science, analytical procedures and nuclear medicine. Approximately 100 Institute members – scientists, engineers, technicians, support staff, graduate students and undergraduate students – are involved in these programs. For more information, please visit our website: https://cyclotron.tamu.edu/

What We Want

The Master Utilities Maintenance Technician will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and machinery. They will take a leadership role in ensuring that mechanical maintenance is executed safely and efficiently and in such a manner as to restore or improve the reliability of the equipment being maintained. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

 

What You Need to Know

Salary Range: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience.

Works Schedule: Ability to occasionally work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Seven years of related experience in the maintenance of equipment such as industrial power boilers, steam and/or gas turbine driven generators, or industrial or commercial chilling equipment

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Forklift certification within 6 months of employment or when training next available through EH&S

• Special Note: Failure to successfully complete any of the TAMU training & development program for Master Utilities Maintenance Technicians may result in termination

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mechanical diagnostic tools (ex: laser alignment and vibration data processors)

• Knowledge of root cause analyses methods

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally hand-carry light duty equipment

• Must be able to ascend stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and be able to lift and/or move heavy weight objects

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Welding Certification

• ISA Certification Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities:

• Preventative Maintenance: Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on various equipment such as Cooling tower fans, tower pumps all heat exchangers and lcw water pumps. Repairs all water leaks in Cyclotrons and related equipment. Maintains cooling tower chemical balance. Maintains Low conductivity water system chemical balance. Performs maintenance on building air compressors and hydraulic systems.

• Installation: Installs and repairs copper pipes up to 4 inches long with valve.

• Recommendations: Makes recommendations to avoid equipment failures. Provides direction to AT’s. Assists in preparation of cost estimates on new project installs and performs other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

Knowledge of document creation/editing and database applications

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.