HVAC Mechanic II

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion.

As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees.

Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more.

We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general supervision to provide skilled mechanical work installing, maintaining, and repairing heating and cooling systems in assigned university buildings on one of three work shifts.

Work Location : Dallas Campus; assist other UTSW building as needed.

Shift Requirement : 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday through Friday; ability to work weekends and after-hours during emergency situations;

support area shift coverage when needed.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent or

Vocational School

Experience

3 years of experience in operation and maintenance of large (25,000 cfm) air handling equipment, steam pressure reducing stations, chilled water systems, pumps, high pressure boilers, and auxiliary equipment and control systems, must be proficient in at least 3 systems.

Preferred

Experience

5 years of experience in operation of large industrial HVAC systems, including chilled water, hot water, steam and related components.

Intermediate level knowledge of MS Excel.

Pipe welding

JOB DUTIES

• Performs more complex diagnostic HVAC repairs and serves as a lead mechanic on projects and system issues.
• Diagnoses root cause of problems and / or failures in HVAC systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and / or systems repair and replacement needs.

Informs appropriate supervisory or managerial personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies, and takes appropriate action.

• Repairs HVAC systems and / or components (e.g. pumps, motors, AHU's, exhaust fans, piping, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring campus cooling and heating needs are met.
• Works with vendors and contractors getting quotes for equipment repairs. Assists as needed with vendors to ensure proper repairs are made to the equipment.
• Support area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assists in major maintenance repairs. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and equipment failures.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and / or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Trains and mentors new personnel in area of expertise as required. Teaches basic knowledge of codes and proper tool use.

Trains lower-level mechanics as needed to perform tasks.

• Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition. Works with other mechanics and shops to ensure that equipment room spaces are free of trash, moisture leaks, unnecessary equipment, or an unsafe condition.
• May be required to perform job duties of HVAC Mech III in their absence.
• Acts in a leadership capacity in the absence of the shop foreman or higher-level HVAC Mechanic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.