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Electrical and Instrument Technician I

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

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Location
Austin, TX
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Job overview

The Electrical and Instrument Technician I assists with installation, modification, maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems in power and chilled-water production environments, utility tunnels, and campus buildings. The role follows applicable electrical and safety standards, completes work orders, supports equipment records and inventory, and works with other trades. Duties may involve hazardous environments, elevated work, confined spaces, and operating equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical InstallationElectrical MaintenanceElectrical InspectionElectrical TroubleshootingControls SystemsEquipment Operation

Full job description

Assists in performing journey level installation, retrofit, and modification of low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switchgear, lighting, battery equipment, motors, motor starters, VFD's, softstarters, 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.Assists in performing journey level predictive, preventative 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. Performs maintenance activities following NFPA 70B maintenance practices.Assists in performing journey level 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. Keeps current on all changes to operating and maintenance procedures of all equipment.Assists in performing journey level troubleshooting of system problems which could require following detailed operational and maintenance procedures. Completes work orders and assignments as required using automated systems.Follows 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 manholes. Operates bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts and other equipment as required. Performs all electrical work adhering to the NFPA 70E standard for electrical safety in the workplace.Cleans and maintains all equipment, work areas, and vehicles. Assists in maintaining records of equipment repair, and inventory of spare parts and other materials. Works in conjunction with other trades and craft personnel in support of systems within a power and chill water production environment, utility tunnels, and campus buildings.Abides by 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. Perform other related functions as assigned.Perform other related duties as assigned. Attends staff meetings. Attends safety training or meetings. Attends plant operation and maintenance training courses. Carries provided cell phone. May be required to report to work at locations other than main campus.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,008 open Electrical Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$75–111K/yr97 salary ranges
  • Texas median$31–34/hr29 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 114 open Electrical Technician jobs in Texas and 1,008 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
Electrical Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (669 postings).
Education
6 of the 1,008 open Electrical Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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