Preventative Maintenance Technician II

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. UT Southwestern is honored to be a veteran-friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you've made to our country. We're proud to support your next mission.

Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the sixth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at UT Southwestern. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.

All full-time employees will have a robust benefits package including employer paid medical insurance. Children and family medical insurance plans are available at a cost to the employee.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/.

UT Southwestern is in search of a skilled and experienced Preventative Maintenance Technician II for our Hospital Facilities team. Works under minimal supervision to provide journeyman level skills in performance of work of two trades or crafts.

The ideal candidate for this role will have strong technical/mechanical competencies, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Work Location: 6190 Wyche Blvd, Dallas, TX 75235; Dallas Campus, assist other UT Southwestern campuses when necessary.

Shift Requirement: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday

• Graduation from high school or vocational school four (4) years related work experiences are required or journeyman level experience, which includes two (2) years' experience in skilled maintenance trade (PM, DI/RO, Air, Vac); Must have working knowledge of specialty tools (i.e. vibration analysis, laser alignments)

Please Note: Attach the following prior to submitting your application:

1. An updated resume with all relevant work experience, education, vocational training, certifications, and/or licenses.
2. A copy of education and higher-learning training diplomas or certificates (if applicable).
3. A copy of trade licenses and certifications (if applicable).

• Work requires skill in the use of specialized instruments, such as vibration analyzer, infrared detector, oscilloscope, micrometers, meggers, and other specialized instruments and tools.
• Work requires basic computer skills and the ability to use and operate handheld electronic communication devices.
• Work requires alertness and careful attention to avoid serious injury to self and others.
• Work requires walking, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., pulling/pushing equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Work requires working in standard hospital, clinical, laboratory and/or office environments.
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards such as communicable diseases and harmful chemicals.
• Some exposure to weather and physical hazards.
• Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards and may be required to work in high locations or crawlspaces.
• Exposure to areas under construction.
• Usual working conditions found in craft shops and mechanical rooms.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions or temperature extremes.
• Exposure to electrical/mechanical hazards.
• Proper safety and precautions must be closely observed when operating and repairing.
• Work requires skills and the use of specialized equipment and systems.
• Climb ladders and stairways and work on building rooftops of high elevation.
• Work in confined spaces such as ceilings, under floor crawlspaces, and manholes.
• Work may be required to work extended hours or rotating shifts.

• Performs preventive maintenance on various buildings, systems, and equipment, such as electrical, air systems, deionized water system and plumbing systems, mechanical equipment, etc. and pro-actively maintains all aspects of assigned area of responsibility and consults with customers on priority of work and assume full ownership of customer problems and equipment breakdowns.
• Serves as liaison between customer and Facilities Management.
• Start up, shut down and adjust equipment or systems in accordance with established operational, safety procedures and complete all UTSW required compliance training, and adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Inspects systems and equipment for proper lubrication, calibration, vibration, seal failures, etc. and performs detailed inspections of equipment for proper operation.
• Informs appropriate supervisory or managerial personnel of unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies and takes appropriate action.
• Performs duties associated with all crafts as developing skills safely allow and performs major repairs on technical systems and supporting equipment and performs preventative, predictive, or corrective maintenance tasks as assigned and within timelines.
• Identifies maintenance needs and performs pro-active repairs before breakdown occurs.
• Support area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assists in major maintenance repairs, trains, and mentor new personnel in area of expertise as required.
• Teaches basic knowledge of codes and proper tool use.
• Reads and interprets and provides "marked up" blueprints / drawings for corrections when needed.
• Documents conditions found and performs minor repairs, as appropriate, following departmental guidelines and serves as primary point of contact for customers for all Facilities Management services.
• Makes recommendations in writing regarding major repairs and/or variances in frequency and type of preventive maintenance scheduled and performs preventative, predictive, or corrective maintenance tasks.
• Successfully participates in the Facilities Management sponsored in-house craft trade training program and attends maintenance training courses, area staff and safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The following is the acronym, "PACT", and is fundamental to all non-clinical positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center:

• P-Problem Solving: Employees take ownership in solving problems effectively, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of customers, or managers. They show initiative in addressing areas of concern before they become problems.
• A-Ability, Attitude and Accountability: Employees exhibit the ability to perform their job and conduct themselves in a professional and positive manner reflecting a professional environment readily assuming obligations in a dependable and reliable manner.
• C-Communication, Contribution, and Collaboration: Who are our customers? Anyone who requests our help, needs our work product, or receives our services. Employees focus on customer service with creative solutions while improving the customer experience through clear, courteous, and timely delivery and communication. Sharing ideas with others helps expand our contribution to department goals.
• T-Teamwork: Employees work to contribute to the department's success by supporting co-workers, promoting excellence in work product and customer service, and in maintaining a satisfying, caring environment for each other.

• Work is performed primarily in the laboratory, general office, or outside area.
• Working conditions involve occasional exposure to one or more disagreeable elements, such as dust, dirt, heat, wet conditions, etc.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimum require prior approval of Vice President for Human Resources Administration or his/her designee.

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

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.

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!