Job Posting Title:Instrumentation & Controls Technician II (Salary)Hiring Department:Facilities ServicesPosition Open To:All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:40FLSA Status:Non‑Exempt from FLSAEarliest Start Date:ImmediatelyLocation:AUSTIN, TXPurposeProvide advanced journey level skilled work and project management associated with DDC and pneumatic HVAC instrumentation and controls systems to ensure efficient and effective operation of buildings. Gather and record significant data used for retro‑commissioning and the implementation of energy saving programs.ResponsibilitiesPerform commissioning activities on existing building's HVAC, heating and cooling systems. Develop and perform functional testing and calibration of building automation equipment. Utilize specialized test instruments to measure and verify data being transmitted to the building automation system including airflow, temperature, humidity and pressure. Repair or replace mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems as required.Assist in planning and executing Test Adjusting and Balancing projects including balancing airflow with a flow hood and performing pitot tube traverses of ductwork. Properly record air flow and equipment data and create accurate reports.Work with the other UT maintenance and energy groups to troubleshoot and resolve complex HVAC related building issues.Interface with campus faculty, staff, engineers, vendors, and contractors to resolve building systems problems.Collaborate with engineers, BAS analysts and energy managers to optimize building automation system programming and sequences of operation.Use construction drawings, technical documents and specifications to plan and execute projects and troubleshoot building issues correctly and efficiently.Compose, review, and process shop and project paperwork, including daily and final project summaries, time sheets, material requests, and work orders.Required QualificationsHigh school or GED. Five years of journey‑level experience with the installation, repair, maintenance and operation of pneumatic and DDC instrumentation and control systems. Five years of experience in the maintenance, operation and repair of large commercial HVAC systems.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis for any employee without sponsorship.Preferred QualificationsMore than the required described experience. Experience with computerized service request systems. Demonstrated excellent communication skills. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills. Proven ability to work with a team of multi‑crafted trades people. Five years of experience with test and balance procedures on air and water systems. Ability to properly use test instruments such as multimeters, current loop calibrators, thermal imaging cameras, manometers, and ultrasonic flow meters. Ability to make mechanical repairs such as the replacement of valves, steam traps, and actuators. Ability to replace, repair, calibrate, and configure DDC field devices such as temperature and humidity transmitters, air flow stations, and differential pressure transmitters. Ability to perform high level troubleshooting diagnostics on complex HVAC systems. Three years experience installing DDC systems. International Society of Automation Certified Controls Systems Technician (ISA CCST) Level 1 certification.Salary Range$58,066 + depending on qualificationsBenefitsCompetitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance optionsGenerous paid vacation, sick time, and holidaysTeachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching fundsAdditional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.Tuition assistanceExpansive employee discount program including athletic ticketsFree access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID cardFree rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID cardFor more details, please see: and and Background ChecksSecurity sensitive; Criminal background check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision is contingent on applicant clearing check. This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215.Additional Working ConditionsThis position and associated job duties have been designated as essential during extraordinary and emergency situations when the university is closed. Essential personnel must maintain contact with their supervisor and report to work as regularly scheduled unless directed otherwise.Required to operate an electronic device such as an iPhone, iPad, or laptop/desktop computer to perform and fulfill time reporting and work management requirements. Work management requirements include receiving work assignments, updating work orders, and other functions as required.May be required to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work, extended shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.Considerable walking, standing, squatting, stooping, and moving of heavy materials and equipment in all weather conditions.May be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing duties.May be required to pass a physical examination.May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.May be required to lift up to 50lbs. Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.May be required to operate forklifts, personnel lifts and cranes. Operate job related equipment.May be required to perform elevated work. Occasional work from ladders and/or scaffolds.May require tuberculosis screening and occasional use of a respirator.May drive University vehicles. If driving University vehicles, must maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.Work Shift40 hours a week, five 8-hour days, with schedule to be determined with supervisor. Some overtime, evening, weekends, and holidays possible.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.Pay TransparencyThe University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.Employment Eligibility VerificationIf hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.#J-18808-Ljbffr