Variable Frequency Drive Technician

Job Posting Title:

Variable Frequency Drive Technician ----

Hiring Department:

Utilities and Energy Management ----

Position Open To:

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40 ----

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately ----

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue ----

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS ----

Job Details:

General Notes

Who We Are

We are “the power behind UT”.

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 and Technical Services.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking candidates who share the following core values:

Safety: Commitment to the well-being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.

Respect: Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.

Integrity: Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.

Reliability: Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.

Teamwork: Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.

Excellence: Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward-thinking, and stewardship.

As a member of our team, you will be part of 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 – and we look forward to hearing from you!

Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background checks and successfully complete a physical assessment, Lift/Carry 78 lbs., pull 125 lbs., lift 2-45 lbs. weights up ladder, kneeling work in confined spaces, and other tasks.

Learn more about Utilities and Energy Management .

Your skills will make a difference.

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of Campus Operations staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has earning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds

Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.

Tuition assistance

Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card

Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards

Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background checks and successfully complete a physical assessment, Lift/Carry 78 lbs., pull 125 lbs., lift 2-45 lbs. weights up ladder, kneeling work in confined spaces, and other tasks.

Purpose

Under Supervisor of Utilities, responsible for the installation, commissioning, retrofit, programming, testing, troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and document creation and revisions related to variable frequency drives and other electronic motor starters. Responsible for performing journey-level installation, retrofit, modification, inspection, preventive, and corrective maintenance of electrical and controls systems in a utility generation and distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• •Performs installation, commissioning, retrofit, and programming of variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and other electrical and controls related equipment. May be assigned to lead internal projects. Maintains compliance with NEC. Documents and maintains equipment data, installation as-builts, and settings files.
• •Performs testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and other electrical and controls related equipment. Performs maintenance activities following NFPA 70B maintenance standards.
• •Performs journey-level installation, retrofit, modification, inspection, and preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical and controls systems. Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action. Keeps current on all changes to operating and maintenance procedures of all equipment.
• •Procures, receives, and maintains inventory of relevant components, supplies, and tools. Completes purchase order request and work orders using automated systems.
• •Reads, interprets, and updates equipment and system drawings. Proficient in use of a personal computer (Word, Excel, etc.). Review and update manuals, check sheets, procedures, and preventive maintenance instructions. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• •Follows all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identifies and reports safety hazards. Complies with standards of workmanship and safety in the work place. Performs work tasks in a safe manner, wears appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports near misses and incidents. Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards. Works around hazardous materials, high temperatures, and loud environments. Performs elevated work on scaffolding, platforms, and personnel lifts. Works in confined spaces, including tunnels and man-holes. Operates bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts and other equipment as required. Performs all electrical work adhering to the NFPA 70E standard for electrical safety in the workplace.
• •Cleans and maintains all equipment, work areas, and vehicles. Maintains records of equipment repair, and inventory of spare parts and other materials. Works in conjunction with other trades and craft personnel in support of systems within a power and chill water production environment, utility tunnels, and campus buildings.
• •Abides by 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.
• •Career Progression Program. Perform other related duties as assigned. Attends staff meetings. Attends safety training or meetings. Attends plant operation and maintenance training courses. Carries provided cell phone and participates in rotating on-call program. May be required to report to work at locations other than main campus.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Five years of related journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in the installation, commissioning, retrofit, programming, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of low and medium voltage variable frequency drive