Instrumentation & Controls Technician II

Job Posting Title

Instrumentation & Controls Technician II

Overview

Location : AUSTIN, TX

Hiring Department : Utilities and Energy Management

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours : 40

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date : Immediately

Position Duration : Expected to Continue

Purpose : To perform skilled maintenance and operation of instrumentation, water treatment, and electronic and pneumatic systems in an electrical generation and campus facility environment.

About Us

Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas at Austin. We have more than 170 employees in five divisions : Utilities Operations; Utilities Distribution; Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology; Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering, Strategic Programs, and Process Improvement.

We are a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. We strive to provide a positive workplace culture that welcomes ideas, talent and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical duties of evaluating, calibrating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and testing functions for campus utility meters, transmitters, process control valves and auxiliary control systems, and other monitoring equipment for electric power and chill water metering, distribution and generation systems.
• Adapt and adhere to changes on operating procedures, new equipment, and related systems. Aid in the collection, review, and approval pertinent data, inspections, personnel activities, and plant facilities as necessary. Identify solutions for unique conditions, problems, and deficiencies while ensuring compliance with best maintenance practices in instrumentation. Submit notes and reports on tasks being worked on.
• Work in compliance with UEM safety policies and procedures, standards of workmanship, and Instrumentation safety standards. Troubleshoots system problems following detailed operational and maintenance procedures. Reads and interprets system blue prints.
• Performs journey-level work in the designing, installation, maintenance and operation of all pneumatic and digital instrumentation and control systems. Coordinates commissioning of control systems on new or renovation projects. Accuracy required in all phases of work. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Monitors, recommends modifications, repairs and installs all components for both pneumatic, PLC, SCADA, and DDC systems. Assists maintenance engineers with technical issues. Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies as related to equipment and corrects as necessary. Completes work orders as required using automated systems.
• Uses hand tools and electrical test equipment to troubleshoot control systems and associated mechanical and electrical systems. Performs work from written or oral instructions, specifications, blueprints, or wiring diagrams.
• Abides by all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, takes required safety training, and identifies and report safety hazards. Performs work tasks in a safe manner, wears appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports near misses and incidents.
• Abides by and enforce 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. Attends staff meetings, safety training or meetings, and plant operation and maintenance training courses. Required to carry University cell phone.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Driving

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.

Compensation

Salary Range : $67,000

Working Conditions

Environmental and Physical Demands

Additional Working Conditions

Shift

Required Materials

Compliance & Eligibility

Important notes for applicants : Employment Eligibility, E-Verify, Equal Opportunity Employer, and additional compliance statements are included in the original posting. Final candidates will undergo background checks and verification processes as required by UT Austin policy.

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