Mechanical Maintenance Technician I, Housing and Campus Services
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Location: San Antonio,
TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15660
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Information
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research
university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the
third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence –
advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in
320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With
17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on
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Salary
Range: Up to $49,231 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type:
Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 07/10/2026. At the discretion of
the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
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Job Summary
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician I provides entry level skills for the operation and
maintenance of HVAC, Boiler, and mechanical equipment and systems. This role is responsible for the performance, operation, and maintenance
of heating, Ventilation, air conditioning and related systems.
Core Responsibilities
- Assists in the
installation, removal, repair, maintenance, preventive maintenance, fabrication, and emergency repair of HVAC, boiler, and industrial
mechanical equipment and related systems. - Performs service calls and work orders submitted by students, faculty, staff, and
department within the university to include preventive maintenance. Responds to customer service needs and requests in a timely manner with
proper documentation of repair and services. - Keeps records of material used.
- Assists all trades, departments and zones
with special events and assist when needed. - Assists outside contractors on HVAC and mechanical equipment and systems pertaining to
the remodel, repair or replacement of equipment. - Tests, monitors, minor troubleshooting, adjusts and repairs systems and equipment.
- Checks mechanical spaces on regular intervals, corrects deficiencies and assists in other trades areas in a team
environment. - Assists with work on kitchen equipment as required. Works on energized systems including piping that contains steam,
hot and chilled water. - Performs work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Serves in an on-call night
maintenance capacity to support after-hours and weekend operational needs. - Keeps current on changes in operation procedures, new
equipment, and other related equipment: works in conjunction with other trades and staff personnel in support of daily job tasks; informs
appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate actions. - Performs other duties as
assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, Vocational Training or Apprenticeship in a related
field. - Must have EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
- One (1) year of related work experience.
- Valid Texas
Driver’s License. - This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure
per Texas EO-GA-48.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Microsoft
Office Suite - Electrical Installation and Repair
- Use of Hand and Power Tools
- Maintenance
Recordkeeping - Cross-Training with Multiple Trades
- Estimating Materials and Labor
- Environmental Safety and
Compliance
Working Conditions
- Exposure to variable Texas weather condition and/or physical hazards such as
working in elevated and confined space; working in attic, sub-floors, machines rooms, on roof, and other operational areas. Also exposed to
various mechanical, electrical, laboratories, and other university spaces. Assisting other trades to meet the operational needs of the
university.
Physical Demands
- Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20
pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position will work
primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
This position is contingent
upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable.
Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment
Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas
at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender
identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to
the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_S
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