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PEAK - Utility Maintenance Mechanic

  • 493421
  • Oklahoma City
  • Campus Operations/Safety
  • PEAK - Temporary
  • Human Resources
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Pay Range: Targeted Salary up to $24.18 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Position Introduction:

Ensures all operations and equipment are in good, safe working order by performing regular inspection, maintenance and repair of related equipment and systems.

  • Performs assembly and modifications on systems using hand and power tools. Troubleshoots and makes repairs.
  • Maintains cooling tower operations including repairing/installing fan motors, gear boxes, valves, screens, and sump pumps.
  • Monitors chiller conditions by taking readings and checking oil level and linkages.
  • Checks transformers and takes oil samples for testing.
  • Conducts preventative and scheduled maintenance, inspecting and replacing parts as needed.
  • Troubleshoots, maintains a repairs electrical panel, pumps, valves, and piping systems.
  • Operates additional equipment including air compressors, air dryers, air tanks, regulators, filters and blow down valves.
  • Reads gas, electric and water meters monthly and records data.
  • Researches the availability of existing and obsolete parts for controls, electric systems, pumps, motors, etc. Orders supplies and machine parts and chemicals as needed.
  • Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED.

  • 24 months experience in electrical instrumentation repair and mechanical repair of large equipment such as boilers, diesel engines, generators, or chillers.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Ability to analyze and troubleshoot a system using AC/DC circuits, including high voltage
  • Ability to read schematic diagrams and locate components on equipment by referring to schematic
  • Ability to use a multi-meter to check volts and test devices
  • Ability to read, write and follow and complete written instructions
  • Ability to use hand and power tools, control panels and switche

Required Certifications and Licenses:

Valid Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy

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