Temporary Electrician Tech 1

Job Posting Title:

Temporary Electrician Tech 1 - Utilities and Energy Management - (UTEMPS)

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Hiring Department:

UTemp Pool

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 04, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Only competitive applicants selected will be contacted and provided with instructions on the continued application process. This temporary assignment may be filled at any time.  Please, no phone calls or emails. The projected end date for this assignment is May 04, 2026. This temporary assignment may transition to regular status. We have several positions to fill. The selected candidates must have a current/valid Texas driver's license. Please note that this assignment will be Benefits-eligible.

Purpose

Assist in the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of low and medium voltage metal-enclosed and metal-clad switchgear, as well as all underground, exposed, and overhead distribution systems, including raceways and both insulated and non-insulated cable systems, all lighting systems, and all emergency systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of low and medium voltage metal-enclosed and metal-clad switchgear, as well as all underground, exposed, and overhead distribution systems, including raceways and both insulated and non-insulated cable systems, all lighting systems, and all emergency systems. Assist with preventative and corrective maintenance of low and medium-voltage circuit breakers, medium and low-voltage cable pulling, and splicing for lead-jacketed and EPR cables. Designated personnel are required to climb high structures to service street lighting, street and area lighting, and other electrical-related items within the Electrical distribution system. Assist with operating forklift, bobcat, backhoe, bucket truck, cable trailer, cable pulling devices, and assorted personnel lifts. Drive the UT vehicle. Maintains an acceptable driving record as required by UT Systems Policy UTS157. Cleans and maintains all equipment, work areas, and vehicles.

• Assists with and maintains 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. Follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identify and report safety hazards. Complies with standards of workmanship and safety in the workplace. Safely performs work tasks, wears proper 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. Abide by Utilities and Energy Management's set of core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence. Work effectively remotely and on campus. Drive the university vehicle or cart. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section Perform other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. At least two years of related apprentice-level experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical and industrial equipment. Have a current Texas apprentice electrician license, or completed a lineman program, or attain one within 3 months from the hire date

Preferred Qualifications

More than two years of related apprentice-level experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical and industrial equipment in a power plant or a distribution system.

Driving Required

This job requires a Class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Hourly Rate

$28.00

Working Conditions

• Attire: Jeans

• Electrical work is performed around the Campus, sometimes inside manholes, and within construction areas. Accordingly, attire needs to be worn.

• Use of manual dexterity, Standing.

Work Shift

• Hours per week - 40

• The work hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• 40-hour week - 4 days a week. Either from Monday to Thursday or from Tuesday to Friday.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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