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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

Glimpse of the Job

The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute is looking to hire a new Master Utilities Maintenance Technician. The Master Utilities Maintenance Technician will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and machinery as needed. The selected candidate will t ake 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 .

Opportunities to Contribute:

+ Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on various equipment such as Cooling tower fans, tower pumps, all heat exchangers and LCW water pumps.

+ Repair all water leaks in the Cyclotron and related equipment.

+ Maintain cooling tower chemical balance.

+ Maintain l ow conductivity water system chemical balance.

+ Perform maintenance on building air compressors and hydraulic systems.

+ Install and repair copper pipes up to 4 inches long with valve as needed.

+ Make recommendations to avoid equipment failures.

+ Provide directions to AT’s as needed.

+ Assist in preparation of cost estimates on new project installations .

Qualifications:

+ 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.

+ 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.

+ 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.

+ 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.

A well-qualified will also possess :

Welding Certification. ISA Certification Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Schedule: The selected candidate must be able to o ccasionally 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.

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.

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/

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, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html) and at least eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) each month

+ Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.