Plant Operations And Maintenance Contractor

Why UT Southwestern

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees.

Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas–Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development aligned with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package includes healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage merit increases, and much more.

We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team, where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall well-being and include:

• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare — no copay
• Paid Time Off is available day one
• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Job Summary

UT Southwestern is in search of a skilled and experienced Power Plant Operator I for the Thermal Energy Plant team. This position works under close supervision to perform semi-skilled level operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery in a central plant environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience working as a Power Plant Operator in a thermal energy plant, specifically in:

• Boiler operations
• Steam systems
• Chiller operations
• HVAC and refrigeration
• Cooling tower and pump operations
• Water treatment
• Building automation systems

Preferred qualifications include completion of a certified operator program and/or a power plant technology degree. Experience in electrical, plumbing, controls, and welding is also desirable.

• Work Location: Plant Operations, Dallas Campus
• Shift Requirements: Flexibility to work nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Power Plant Operators may be on-call during emergencies, inclement weather, or to cover other shifts.

Experience and Education

Required:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2 years of semi-skilled level experience in the operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, or industrial equipment
• Additional related education may be considered in lieu of experience (each year completed from a related plant operator higher education training program may substitute for one year of required experience, including vocational or trade school)

Preferred:

• Completion of a certified operator program
• Experience in a university physical plant environment

Licenses and Certifications:

• Completion of a certified operator program (upon hire)

Job Duties

• Start up, shut down, and adjust power plant and/or chilling station equipment or systems in accordance with operational and safety procedures
• Monitor equipment and maintain records of operational status
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas
• Operate control computer systems
• Perform detailed inspections of operating equipment
• Report unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies to appropriate personnel
• Identify and report safety hazards and equipment malfunctions
• Attend meetings and training courses
• Train new personnel as required
• Perform preventive or corrective maintenance tasks incidental to mechanical or electrical system operations
• Complete work orders using automated maintenance program systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Security and EEO Statement

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. If the position involves access to critical infrastructure (as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code), maintaining the security and integrity of that infrastructure is a minimum qualification for employment.

EEO Statement: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression