Mechanical Maintenance Technician I, Housing and Campus Services

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 X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

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.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

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.