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The University of Texas at Austin

Associate Director, Maintenance and Operations

Salary$170k
LocationAUSTIN, TX; UT MAIN CAMPUS
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentFacilities Services
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJul 15, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live8h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have9
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or similar technical field
10 years of relevant professional experience demonstrating progressive leadership, increasing organizational responsibility, and staff supervision
10 years increasingly responsible experience maintaining, operating, and commissioning of large commercial, institutional, or industrial HVAC, mechanical or electrical systems
Experience with large complex facility HVAC, mechanical and electrical system measurements, analysis, design, and capacity modification, commissioning, and troubleshooting
Experience with simultaneously designing and managing several projects through to conclusion within restrictive time constraints
Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills
Knowledge of building codes including IBC and Mechanical Code, NFPA, NEC and National and International standards including State of Texas Energy Conservation Code, International Energy Conservation Code, ASHRAE and ANSI
Personal computer experience including developing and using complex spreadsheets and software for engineering analysis, project budgeting, and cost tracking, and facilities management
This job requires a class C operator's driver's license
Nice to have5
Fifteen or more years of experience at a senior facilities maintenance management level in a medium to large size organization
Masters Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or similar technical field
Licensed by Texas State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers
Experience with design, procurement, installation, programming, maintenance, commissioning and project management of wide area networked building automation systems, energy management systems
Experience with preventive maintenance systems, implementation and performance, coordinating project consultant design and construction documents, supervisory skills, team building construction/renovation, contract administration, and management
Eligibility2
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship
Security sensitive; Criminal background check conducted on selected applicant
Skills
Complex spreadsheets
Engineering analysis software
Project budgeting software
Cost tracking software
Facilities management software
Building automation systems
Energy management systems
Preventive maintenance systems
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Tuition assistance
Employee discounts
Free transportation
Job Posting Title:
About the role
Associate Director, Maintenance and Operations
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Hiring Department:
Facilities Services
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
To Be Determined at Offer
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Earliest Start Date:
Ongoing
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
AUSTIN, TX
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Job Details:
General Notes
The University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire an experienced Associate Director to support the maintenance and operations of the university campus.
You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience.
If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
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Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
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Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
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Generous paid vacation, sick time and holidays
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Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
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Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
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Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
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Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
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Tuition assistance
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Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
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Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
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Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
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For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards.
Legal
Security sensitive; Criminal background check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing check. This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215. Applications will be reviewed online by the hiring department.
Requirements
This is a 40 hours per week work schedule, Monday-Friday, On-Site. Schedule to be discussed with direct supervisor. Some overtime, evening, weekends, and holidays possible.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Purpose
To lead the Maintenance Operations group of the Facilities Operations and Maintenance division. Be a resource and point of contact for maintenance issues, plans, and programs for Facilities Services and the University at large.
Responsibilities
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Develops and maintains a disciplined, trained, and motivated workforce. Addresses personnel issues including supervision, performance evaluations, training, and corrective action when necessary.
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Ensures that the buildings assigned to each shop are reliably maintained in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Ensures the effective use of resources and a consistent level of service by maximizing the productivity of the assigned shops.
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Interprets and enforces work rules, rules of conduct, performance standards, university and departmental policies, procedures, regulations, etc., among assigned employees. Personally demonstrates a commitment and adherence to the above.
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Is in regular contact with campus clients to ensure that their needs are understood and that those needs are met in ways that exceed their expectations. Works to ensure a positive image for Maintenance Operations and Facilities Operations and Maintenance throughout the campus community.
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Maximizes the use of energy resources by developing and following operational conservation practices. Works in concert with other campus groups to develop standards that promote sustainable energy policies.
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Promotes good safety and housekeeping practices. Provides oversight of shop safety programs.
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Provides input on the development of and manages various budgets. Implements operational policies, procedures, and practices for the control of the assigned budget.
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Sets meaningful and challenging goals that are supportive of the Facilities Services Strategic Plan and Goals and One Great Team initiative. Works with the shop managers and supervisors to do the same. Regularly tracks and reports on progress toward achieving those goals.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or similar technical field. 10 years of relevant professional experience demonstrating progressive leadership, increasing organizational responsibility, and staff supervision. 10 years increasingly responsible experience maintaining responsible experience in maintaining, operating, and commissioning of large commercial, institutional, or industrial HVAC, mechanical or electrical systems. Experience with large complex facility HVAC, mechanical and electrical system measurements, analysis, design, and capacity modification, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Experience with simultaneously designing and managing several projects through to conclusion within restrictive time constraints. Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills. Knowledge of building codes including IBC and Mechanical Code, NFPA, NEC and National and International standards including State of Texas Energy Conservation Code, International Energy Conservation Code, ASHRAE and ANSI. Personal computer experience including developing and using complex spreadsheets and software for engineering analysis, project budgeting, and cost tracking, and facilities management.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Fifteen or more years of experience at a senior facilities maintenance management level in a medium to large size organization. Masters Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or similar technical field. Licensed by Texas State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Experience with design, procurement, installation, programming, maintenance, commissioning and project management of wide area networked building automation systems, energy management systems. Experience with preventive maintenance systems, implementation and performance, coordinating project consultant design and construction documents, supervisory skills, team building construction/renovation, contract administration, and management.
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).
Salary Range
$170,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Environmental Demands:
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May work around standard office conditions
Physical Demands:
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Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
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Use of manual dexterity
Additional Working Conditions:
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This position requires you to maintain internet service and mobile phone with voice and data plans to be used as required for work.
Work Shift
40 Hour work week schedule; On-Site, Monday-Friday. Schedule to be discussed with direct supervisor. May be required to work some overtime, evening, weekends and holidays possible.
Required Materials
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Resume/CV
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3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
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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.
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.
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.
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 © consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
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E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
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Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
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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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