{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"cf4f27507dacfda2f38d5952","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cf4f27507dacfda2f38d5952","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cf4f27507dacfda2f38d5952","title":"Variable Frequency Drive Technician","description":"Position Overview\r\nTitle: Variable Frequency Drive Technician\r\nDepartment: Utilities and Energy Management (UEM)\r\nLocation: UT Main Campus\r\nHours: 40 hours per week. Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 06:00 AM-03:30 PM and every other Friday 06:00 AM-02:30 PM\r\nStart Date: Immediately\r\nResponsibilities\r\nPerform installation, commissioning, retrofit, and programming of variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and other electrical and controls equipment. May lead internal projects.\r\nMaintain compliance with NEC and document equipment data, as-built drawings, and settings files.\r\nConduct testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and related equipment following NFPA 70B standards.\r\nExecute journey-level installation, retrofit, modification, inspection, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance of electrical and controls systems in a utility generation and distribution environment.\r\nInform appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and take corrective action, staying current on procedural changes.\r\nProcure, receive, and maintain inventory of relevant components, supplies, and tools, completing purchase orders and work orders using automated systems.\r\nRead, interpret, and update equipment and system drawings; review and update manuals, check sheets, procedures, and preventive maintenance instructions; demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\r\nFollow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, complete required safety training, identify and report hazards, and perform work tasks safely with appropriate PPE.\r\nOperate bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other equipment as required; perform elevated work on scaffolding, platforms, and personnel lifts; work in confined spaces, tunnels, and man-holes; wear protection for high temperatures, chemicals, and loud environments.\r\nMaintain records of equipment repairs and spare-parts inventory; collaborate with other trades and craft personnel in support of campus power, chill water, and production systems.\r\nAdhere to UEM's core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence; work remotely or on campus, drive university vehicle or cart, maintain acceptable driver rating, and perform other related duties as assigned.\r\nParticipate in staff meetings, safety training, plant operation and maintenance training courses, and a rotating on-call program; may be required to report to work at locations beyond the main campus.\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\nHigh school graduation or GED; five years of journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in the installation, commissioning, retrofit, programming, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of low and medium voltage variable frequency drives and related equipment. Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems, variable frequency drives, electrical safety standards, and National Electrical Code. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nVariable frequency drive certified technician.\r\nJourneyman Electrician or Master Electrician license.\r\nClass \"C\" driver's license, with a current three-year driving record. Non-Texas residents must obtain a Texas driver's license within 30 days of becoming a resident.\r\nSalary\r\n$75,000 + depending on qualifications\r\nWorking Conditions\r\nUniform or personal protective equipment.\r\nAll weather conditions; extreme temperatures; chemical fumes; electrical/mechanical hazards.\r\nStandard office environment.\r\nManual dexterity required; climbing stairs and ladders; lifting and moving heavy objects.\r\nWork in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, and elevated work; extended shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.\r\nOperate forklifts, personnel lifts, bridge cranes, and other equipment; participate in an on-call program.\r\nBenefits\r\nCompetitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%).\r\nVoluntary vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options.\r\nGenerous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.\r\nTeacher Retirement System of Texas (defined benefit retirement plan with employer matching).\r\nAdditional voluntary retirement programs: Tax-Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation program 457(b).\r\nFlexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.\r\nAccess to LinkedIn Learning and professional conference opportunities.\r\nTuition assistance.\r\nEmployee discount program including athletic tickets.\r\nFree access to UT Austin libraries and museums with staff ID card.\r\nFree rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card.\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\nThe University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complying 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, education, and admissions.\r\nPay Transparency\r\nThe 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. Employees with access to compensation information as part of essential job functions cannot disclose pay information to individuals who do not have such access, unless in response to a formal complaint, investigation, or statutory requirement.\r\nBackground Checks\r\nA criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position. The applicant must also clear a physical assessment, meet specified lifting, pulling, and confined-space requirements, and pass drug and alcohol testing if required.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Phase2 Technology","rawCompany":"phase2 technology","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-04T03:22:36.873Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-3024.00","title":"Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electro-mechanical-and-mechatronics-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"49-2094.00","title":"Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment","slug":"electrical-and-electronics-repairers-commercial-and-industrial-equipment"}],"industries":[{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"},{"code":"221122","title":"Electric Power Distribution","slug":"electric-power-distribution"},{"code":"811310","title":"Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance","slug":"commercial-and-industrial-machinery-and-equipment-except-automotive-and-electronic-repair-and-maintenance"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Variable Frequency Drive Technician","description":"Position Overview\r\nTitle: Variable Frequency Drive Technician\r\nDepartment: Utilities and Energy Management (UEM)\r\nLocation: UT Main Campus\r\nHours: 40 hours per week. Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 06:00 AM-03:30 PM and every other Friday 06:00 AM-02:30 PM\r\nStart Date: Immediately\r\nResponsibilities\r\nPerform installation, commissioning, retrofit, and programming of variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and other electrical and controls equipment. May lead internal projects.\r\nMaintain compliance with NEC and document equipment data, as-built drawings, and settings files.\r\nConduct testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on variable frequency drives, electronic motor starters, and related equipment following NFPA 70B standards.\r\nExecute journey-level installation, retrofit, modification, inspection, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance of electrical and controls systems in a utility generation and distribution environment.\r\nInform appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and take corrective action, staying current on procedural changes.\r\nProcure, receive, and maintain inventory of relevant components, supplies, and tools, completing purchase orders and work orders using automated systems.\r\nRead, interpret, and update equipment and system drawings; review and update manuals, check sheets, procedures, and preventive maintenance instructions; demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\r\nFollow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, complete required safety training, identify and report hazards, and perform work tasks safely with appropriate PPE.\r\nOperate bridge-cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other equipment as required; perform elevated work on scaffolding, platforms, and personnel lifts; work in confined spaces, tunnels, and man-holes; wear protection for high temperatures, chemicals, and loud environments.\r\nMaintain records of equipment repairs and spare-parts inventory; collaborate with other trades and craft personnel in support of campus power, chill water, and production systems.\r\nAdhere to UEM's core values: Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence; work remotely or on campus, drive university vehicle or cart, maintain acceptable driver rating, and perform other related duties as assigned.\r\nParticipate in staff meetings, safety training, plant operation and maintenance training courses, and a rotating on-call program; may be required to report to work at locations beyond the main campus.\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\nHigh school graduation or GED; five years of journey-level experience in an industrial or utility environment with primary experience in the installation, commissioning, retrofit, programming, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of low and medium voltage variable frequency drives and related equipment. Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems, variable frequency drives, electrical safety standards, and National Electrical Code. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nVariable frequency drive certified technician.\r\nJourneyman Electrician or Master Electrician license.\r\nClass \"C\" driver's license, with a current three-year driving record. 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