Mechanic Technician - Welder

Job Posting Title

Mechanic/Technician - Welder ----

Hiring Department

Applied Research Laboratories ----

Position Open To

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40 ----

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date

Immediately ----

Position Duration

Expected to Continue ----

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ----

Job Details

Purpose

To provide journey-level skills in welding that is required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of Applied Research Laboratories (ARL) Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Build construction weldments
• Erect metal structures
• Install water and air lines
• Collaborate with the welding team to develop welding procedures
• Paint metal weldments
• Assist other trades as needed

Required Qualifications

• HS/GED
• Five years of experience, three of which should be journey level experience in one of the following fields: carpentry, welding, plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, metal building fabrication and painting.
• Must be able to lift 80 lbs.
• Must be able to work over water and at heights.
• Ability to weld both stainless steel and aluminum.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Evidence of skills in the following areas: working with new technologies, being highly organized, planning and coordinating multiple tasks, effective time management, attention to detail, effective problem solving skills, using excellent judgment, working independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintaining a professional demeanor, working as a team member without daily supervision, effectively communicating with all groups of clients, working under pressure, accepting supervision and demonstrating regular/punctual attendance.

US Citizen: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial framing and carpentry, with a strong understanding of layout, blueprint reading, and on-site measurements.
• Candidates should be comfortable working with both metal stud and wood framing, installing sheathing, blocking, and backing, and setting door frames and rough openings in coordination with other trades.
• A good working knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and job site safety is expected. Applicants should be skilled with power tools, saws, and lasers, and experienced in operating overhead cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, and other construction-related equipment.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision and collaborate well within a crew.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic are essential, along with the physical ability to lift materials and work on ladders, scaffolds, or lifts as required.

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.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website ( www.arlut.utexas.edu ) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes

·    100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

·    Retirement contributions

·    Paid vacation and sick time

·    Paid holidays

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website  to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Salary Range

$50,000-$54,000+/negotiable based on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• May work at heights up to 60 feet.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving.
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work.
• Frequent use of manuals and books.
• Some intrastate/interstate travel.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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. ----

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. ----

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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