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Assistant Electrical and Controls Supervisor

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

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Location
Austin, TX
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Job overview

The Assistant Electrical and Controls Supervisor oversees installation, maintenance, testing, inspections, and troubleshooting of electrical and controls systems in a power and chilled-water production environment. The role also manages procurement and cost estimates, supports safety and training, and participates in a rotating on-call program. Work may take place on campus or from a remote office, with possible assignments at other locations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical InstallationElectrical MaintenanceElectrical TestingElectrical TroubleshootingInstrumentation and ControlsProcurementCost EstimationJob Safety AnalysisLOTOPersonnel Training

Qualifications

Acceptable Driver Rating

Full job description

Execute and supervise the installation, retrofit, and modification of low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switchgear, lighting, battery equipment, motors, motor starters, VFD's, soft-starters, PLC, DCS, UPS, and ATS systems, and other electrical and controls related items in a power and chill water production environment. Maintains compliance with the National Electric Code. Arrange and manage the procurement of materials and services. Provides detailed estimates, maintains cost control, and submits PO request and associated documents.Execute an supervise the testing, preventive and corrective maintenance of low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switchgear, lighting, battery equipment, motors, motor starters, VFD's, soft-starters, PLC, DCS, UPS, and ATS systems, and other electrical and controls related items in a power and chill water production environment. Supervises maintenance activities following NFPA 70B maintenance practices.Execute and supervise detailed inspections of low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switchgear, lighting, battery equipment, motors, motor starters, VFD's, soft-starters, PLC, DCS, UPS, and ATS systems, and other electrical and controls related items in a power and chill water production environment. Supervises corrections to unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies.Execute and supervise after hour call outs and troubleshooting of system problems which could require following detailed operational and maintenance procedures. Keeps current on and recommends changes to operating procedures, new equipment, and related systems. Completes work orders using automated maintenance systems. Develops best troubleshooting practices flow charts.Supervise and monitor exposure to hazards typical to utilities plants, and utility distribution systems. Approves Job Safety Analysis as needed. Follow and enforce all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identifies and reports safety hazards. Complies with standards of workmanship and safety in the work place. Performs work tasks in a safe manner, wears appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports near misses and incidents. Identifies, reports, and corrects safety hazards. Works around hazardous materials, high temperatures, and loud environments. Performs elevated work on scaffolding, platforms, and personnel lifts. Works in confined spaces, including tunnels and man-holes. Operates bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts and other equipment as required. Assist in supervising all instrumentation and controls work adhering to NFPA 70E standards for safety in the workplace. Assist with LOTO and development for EandC systems.Attends plant operation and maintenance training courses and meetings. May train new personnel as required. Organizes personnel training courses.Abides by and enforce Utilities and Energy Management's set of core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence. Work effectively from a remote office or on campus. Drive university vehicle or cart. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.Assist team with career growth and development of technical and leadership skills.Perform other related duties as assigned. Carry provided cell phone and participate in rotating on-call program. May be required to report to locations other than UT main campus.

How this job compares

Set against the 588 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$80–108K/yr213 salary ranges
  • US median$30–33/hr77 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 69 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs in Texas and 588 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Maintenance Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 5 years (450 postings).
Education
39 of the 588 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs (7%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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