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The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute is seeking a highly skilled Master Utilities Maintenance Technician to support the ongoing reliability and performance of facility equipment and systems. This role is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on a wide range of machinery and infrastructure. The selected candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring maintenance activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in a manner that restores or enhances equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will possess a broad base of hands on maintenance experience across multiple disciplines, including plumbing, HVAC, automotive systems, electric, and related trades, demonstrating the versatility needed to support the Institute's complex mechanical environment.

Opportunities to Contribute:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on various equipment such as Cooling tower fans, tower pumps, all heat exchangers and LCW water pumps.

• Repair all water leaks in the Cyclotron and related equipment.

• Maintain cooling tower chemical balance.

• Maintain low conductivity water system chemical balance.

• Perform maintenance on building air compressors and hydraulic systems.

• Install and repair copper pipes up to 4 inches long with valve as needed.

• Make recommendations to avoid equipment failures.

• Provide directions to AT's as needed.

• Assist in preparation of cost estimates on new project installations.

Qualifications:

• High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Seven years of related experience in the maintenance of equipment such as industrial power boilers, steam and/or gas turbine driven generators, or industrial or commercial chilling equipment.

• Forklift certification within 6 months of employment or when training next available through EH&S. Failure to successfully complete any of the TAMU training & development program for Master Utilities Maintenance Technicians may result in termination.

• Knowledge of mechanical diagnostic tools, which may include laser alignment and vibration data processors.

• Knowledge of root cause analyses methods.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.

• Occasionally hand-carry light duty equipment.

• Must be able to ascend stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and be able to lift and/or move heavy weight objects.

A well-qualified will also possess:

• Welding Certification.

• ISA Certification Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute, a Department of Energy University Facility, is jointly supported by DOE and the State of Texas and is a major technical and educational resource for the state and the nation. At the Institute, we focus on conducting basic research, educating students in accelerator-based science and technology, and providing technical capabilities for a wide variety of applications in space science, materials science, analytical procedures and nuclear medicine. Approximately 100 Institute members - scientists, engineers, technicians, support staff, graduate students and undergraduate students - are involved in these programs. For more information, please visit our website: https://cyclotron.tamu.edu/

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month

• Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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