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, under direction, will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and machinery as needed. The selected candidate 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.

What You Need To Know

• Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience
• Schedule: The selected candidate must be able to occasionally work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Special Note: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future.
  
  
  

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. 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, which may include laser alignment and vibration data processors
• Knowledge of root cause analyses methods
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Why Texas A&M University?

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.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, 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
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
  
  
  

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.