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Tradesperson - School of Veterinary Medicine

Position Number: 6114930
Location: Amarillo, TX
Position Type: Agriculture - Veterinary Medicine

Tradesperson - School of Veterinary Medicine
Amarillo
40356BR
Ops Div Facilities Maintenance

Position Description
Safely performs journeyperson level tasks in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, alteration and repair of fixtures, equipment, structures, buildings, and built-in components for Texas Tech facilities. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Major/Essential Functions

Maintains vehicle, tools, equipment and materials in an orderly and safe condition. Operates vehicles including pickups, trucks and vans. Secures vehicle, equipment and areas of operation.
Maintains gas furnaces. Inspects, tests, cleans, and repairs systems for safe and efficient operation. Maintains air compressors required to supply compressed air for research labs.
Completes all work orders, especially urgent service work, in a timely manner as expected/requested by Senior Managing Director, Associate Managing Director, Director and/or customer of the School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM).
Performs small renovation tasks as required. Advises Supervisor on job or project status and operational problems.
Performs recurring maintenance of mechanical/equipment rooms and installed equipment to include: air handlers, pumps, pipes, and insulation. Performs service as required on air handlers.
Performs preventative maintenance on refrigeration, exhaust, ventilation and air production related equipment. Inspects, calibrates and tests refrigeration system devices.
Supervises the component replacement/repairs for refrigeration equipment and systems, and the associated distribution network to include: compressors, condensers, evaporators and associated living.
Supports SVM with structural support as needed or doors/locks/hardware replacement. Supports SVM with plumbing support as needed.
Provides after hours overtime work as required. Participates in emergency callback roster on a rotating basis.

Required Qualifications
Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent. Must have a valid driver's license and must be insurable to operate TTU vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

Training in pneumatic and temperature controls.
Technical training courses including, but not limited to, the HVAC mechanical field preferred, but not required.
Minimum three years on-the-job, hands-on experience
for commercial/industrial high volume air-conditioning.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and defined years of experience to align with the appropriate career levels for the Tradesperson specialty in the Operations Division Facilities Maintenance Career Plan.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.