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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Maintenance Worker II, McDonald Observatory in Fort Davis, Texas
Assists with maintaining and repairing telescope support equipment, building and facility infrastructure, mechanical systems, welding and fabrication, and residential renovations, repairs, and maintenance.Assists with special projects, including framing, roofing, tiling, painting, sheet rock, plumbing, concrete work, and welding.Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and telescope domes.Assists with facility preventive maintenance, tool inventory, and grounds maintenance.Operates heavy equipment, including backhoe, bulldozer, forklift, and dump truck.Maintains a clean, safe workplace and ensures that all tools, equipment, and vehicles are maintained clean and orderly.Performs as a team player and helps co-workers with various trade work.Performs tasks to help respond to emergencies, such as fire mitigation, medical, hazardous material, winter weather, or other emergencies threatening or interfering with the facility's normal operations.Performs additional tasks as assigned. Drives UT vehicle. Maintains professionalism in interaction with the public and fellow workers and appearance according to UT policy. Wears protective safety equipment and follows safety guidelines and procedures.