JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinate the day- to-day activities of the process work groups.  Has primary responsibility for maintaining the production, distribution, and energy management systems.  Responsible for directing the efforts of semi-skilled, skilled and journeyman level craftsmen in the maintenance and repair of specialized equipment and systems of UTMB.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

• Plans, supervises, assigns, schedules, monitors, trains and evaluates the work of mechanics and operators. 

• Monitors the performance of personnel to achieve optimum safety, reliability, and efficiency in the maintenance of the facilities. 

• Keeps current on and recommends change to operating procedures, new equipment and related systems. 

• Monitors the collection, review and approval of log sheets and other pertinent data. 

• Performs detailed inspections of operating equipment, personnel activities and plant facilities as necessary. 

• Determines and recommends most effective method of making repairs. 

• Arranges for the procurement of materials or services.

• Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies. 

• Troubleshoots system problems, which could require following detailed operational and maintenance procedures and reading system blue prints.

• Provides detailed estimates and maintains cost control of maintenance projects.

• Assists in after hour call outs.

• Supervises compliance with standards of workmanship and safety.

• Diagnoses complicated system problems.  Repairs and takes proactive steps to prevent reoccurrence.

• Trains personnel on operation and maintenance procedures as required.

• Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree or equivalent and 3 years related experience.

EQUIPMENT:

Standard office equipment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Standard office environment. 

Occasional exposure to construction environment.

Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards typical to central plants, and utility distribution systems.

Required to wear a pager and/or cell phone.

May be required to work extended shifts.

OTHER:

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.

any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the vice president for human resources and employee services.