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. May supervise subordinate employees.

Major/Essential Functions

• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC energy management systemsInspects, calibrates and tests electronic temperature control, alarm notification and time devices.
• The role involves monitoring computerized energy management systems to optimize energy conservation and ensure compliance with performance standards, quality, and regulations.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC energy management systems and fire alarms. Inspects, calibrates and tests electronic temperature control, alarm notification and time devices.
• Performs renovation and new construction tasks.
• Assists Tradesperson Leader in maintaining records of materials and labor expended for each job assignment.
• Assists Tradesperson Leader in assessing job materials requirements and prepares requisition for materials from supply warehouse or vendor.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge and ability to perform inspection and repairs of air handling units, chilled water and heating water pumping and distribution components, and energy management systems.
• Working knowledge of operation and safe use of power and hand tools/equipment common to the heating and air-conditioning, environmental temperature control field.
• Must meet minimum physical fitness requirements for this position. Must pass pulmonary function test and be certified or able to wear negative pressure respirator.
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions. Must be able to clearly communicate and/or take instruction via radio or phone.
• Must be familiar with the use of a computer(to look up parts, enter notes in TMA work orders, etc.)
• Must be a motivated self-starter capable of working with little to no direct supervision
• Must perform skilled work and understand the theory and applications of pneumatic and electronic temperature control devices and their relationship to the function of high volume air-conditioning systems
• Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Three years experience in designated trade or licensed journeyperson.
• 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 related to pneumatic and/or electronic environmental controls and associated components for commercial/industrial high volume air-conditioning.
• Documented, position-related, vocational training or education can be substituted for the required experience.
• Basic knowledge and/or experience in the installation, maintenance or troubleshooting of building automation systems such as Metasys or Struxureware

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.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

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

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.