Austin Energy Operations & Maintenance Specialist

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (4) years of experience in a field related to the installation, operation, and/or maintenance of a utility facility power, steam, or chiller operation.
• Licenses and Certifications Required:
• Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Physical Requirements:
• Moderate bending, lifting, walking, carrying, climbing ladders, and using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to work a varying shift work schedule.
• Must be able to work in confined areas.
• Must be able to work on elevated structures.
• Must be able to work under emergency and all-weather conditions.
• Experience in all phases of work as a certified air conditioning and refrigeration technician installing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC systems such as wall mounts, package units, split systems, and mini splits up 10 tons.
• Possess a State of Texas Journeyman Electrician license o

Benefits

Additional Information

About This Position Job Description: Austin Energy Operations & Maintenance Specialist Purpose: Under general supervision, perform tasks related to operating equipment and performing mechanics in a power, steam or chiller operations. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Installs, tests, debugs, and repairs complex utility equipment. Calibrates sensors, controllers, and meters. Enters data into computerized and/or manual maintenance systems. Records data on appropriate forms, logs, etc. Starts up/shuts down diesel generator units. Operates mechanical screens. Monitors operation of equipment and machinery in work area. Reads gauges and meters. Checks, cleans, and services equipment pumps, power tools, etc. Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and/or needed maintenance. Turns on/off valve with valve wrench. Operates centrifuge, generator, turbine, and/or auxiliary equipment. Sets up and operates sump and/or other pumps. Cleans tanks, feeds chemicals, etc. Repairs, services, and installs components of the boiler, turbine, generator, HVAC, electrical, uninterruptible power supply, or auxiliary systems of a utility facility, power, steam, or chiller operation. Performs preventive maintenance activities on utility equipment per specification(s). Plans work and identifies necessary resources (tools, equipment, parts, labor). Performs mechanical alignments for rotating equipment and their drivers. Troubleshoots mechanical systems and/or equipment, sometimes within critical infrastructure. Disassembles and reassembles complex mechanical components. Determines close tolerance fit of associated parts. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of basic methods, equipment, tools, and materials involved in the maintenance and repair of large equipment. Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems. Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures for removing equipment from service for maintenance. Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment. Knowledge of operating procedures for firing and maintaining pressure on high-pressure steam boilers and of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary equipment. Knowledge of boiler feed water chemical treatment and control. Knowledge of pressure, temperature, water level, and other types of indicating instruments used in operation of high-pressure boilers. Skill in establishing and maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations. Skill in control procedures for operating auxiliary equipment. Ability to make accurate gauge readings. Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program. Ability to drive, inspect, and maintain various electric utility vehicles.

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