The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Power Systems Technician
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is a top-tier research university that provides reliable energy management services. They are seeking a Power Systems Technician to provide advanced technical expertise in evaluating, testing, and optimizing electrical power systems, ensuring reliability and safety on campus.
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Responsibilities
Interprets, applies, and implements advanced protective relay schemes, SCADA logic, and automation designs to ensure the safe, coordinated, and reliable operation of the campus medium-voltage distribution system. Performs complex testing, calibration, and analysis of electro-mechanical and digital relays, power circuit breakers, and associated control and telemetry systems. Diagnoses, repairs, and recommends modifications of protection and control circuitry to maintain proper system coordination and response under all operating conditions
Installs Campus electrical metering and maintains documentation of meters and meter data for troubleshooting and billing purposes. Recommends metering upgrades, including programming and documentation for automation retrofits of legacy systems, ensuring full integration with modern SCADA platforms and compliance with electrical standards
Monitors and records the Campus distribution electrical system operating data, and recommends corrective measures. Participates in meaningful discussions regarding suggested upgrades to switchgear equipment and conducts market research on best practices. Reviews current industry standards and suggests preventive measures and enhancements of distribution system components
Maintains records of work performed through the use of University CMMS (UT Works). Completes assigned PMs and corrective work orders using automated maintenance program systems. Works in conjunction with trades or craft personnel in support of systems within power plants, chilling stations, utility tunnels, or other underground utilities. Performs repairs and diagnosis to equipment such as switches, breakers
Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of materials, supplies and tools. Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action. Supervises compliance with standards of workmanship and safety
Attends electrical distribution shop operation and maintenance training courses. Assists with estimates of time and materials required for a job. Reviews and evaluates submittal drawings of equipment. Performs OJT of lower skill level personnel on distribution equipment operational and maintenance practices as required
Cleans and maintains all equipment and work areas. Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies and takes appropriate action. Identifies and reports safety hazards. Maintains high level compliance with standards of workmanship and safety. May attend staff meetings. WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards typical to central plants, and utility distribution systems. May be required to work in tunnels and manholes. May be required to work extended shifts
Follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identify and report safety hazards. Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents. Abide by Utilities and Energy Management's set of core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence
Perform other related functions as assigned. Attends staff, safety meetings, plant, and distribution shop equipment operation and maintenance training courses. Trains fellow personnel on operational and maintenance procedures as required. Required to carry University cell phone during work and on-call hours. Drives a UT vehicle. Maintains acceptable driving record as required by UT System Policy UTS157
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma, or GED, and a Minimum of five years in the electrical systems maintenance – relays protection, substation, distribution system, power generation, or similar fields
Or Graduation with an Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, Avionics, or an electronics/electrical-related field – plus one year of experience in the relay-protection, substation, distribution systems, power generation or similar fields
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
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
Preferred
Five years experience at years of hands-on experience with: Protective relay systems, install and maintenance of substation equipment (breakers, transformers, switches), SCADA and remote control systems, and electrical metering
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Republic Capital Group
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Leadership Team
Will Whiting
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