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Small Engine Repair Technician
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Position Number: 6028399
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Other

Small Engine Repair Technician

Job ID: 13188
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Business Facilities Operations

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:30 pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Essential Functions

Organizes and maintains a small engine repair shop, including cleaning, stocking, and managing inventory.

Coordinates with the Central Warehouse to maintain optimal inventory levels for essential parts and supplies, assisting in cost comparisons to ensure efficient procurement.

Perform routine and preventative maintenance on departmental vehicles and equipment to include lubrication, oil changes, maintaining proper fluid levels, proper air pressure levels, and performing general safety checks, such as brake lights, blinkers, headlights, horns, and mirrors.

Performs inspections, mechanical maintenance and electrical systems repairs, assembly, and service to vehicles and equipment.

Works with supervisor to schedule repairs and maintenance tasks, provide cost estimates, and make recommendations for equipment upgrades or replacements.

Maintain accurate records of all repairs, maintenance activities, and part replacements.

Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to safety regulations and best practices.

Participate in necessary training and obtains certifications as needed to service vehicles and equipment effective.

Learn and utilize institutional software systems for work order tracking, inventory management, and documentation.

Must be available to work occasional overtime as needed to meet operational demands.

Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines.

Comply with all State and University policies.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: One year certificate from college or technical school

and

Experience: Two years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=13188&PostingSeq=1