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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

Maintenance Worker III, McDonald Observatory

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What they do

A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$36,176 / year median in Texas

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$0k Salary Not Available Position range in Jeff Davis County $26k - $41k Per Year Maintenance Worker III, McDonald Observatory
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
Occupation:
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
Location:
MCDONALD OBSERVATORY, TX - 79734
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
07/31/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Selection Required
Updated:
08/03/2026
Expires:
08/04/2027
Agency Job ID:
R_00047693 Job #: 17049423 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Mechanic/Technician Support. Assists Mechanic/Technicians with maintenance and repair of residential, commercial, and telescope structures related to mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and hydraulic systems. Facility Maintenance. Assists with carpentry and general residential maintenance, including concrete work, structure repairs, drywall, painting, appliance servicing, and plumbing repairs. Preventative Maintenance. Performs preventive maintenance tasks as required on telescope domes and physical plant equipment. Heavy Equipment. Operates various types of equipment, including tractor, backhoe, and forklift. Maintains logs and records on equipment. Safety and Facility Support. Maintains a professional, customer-service demeanor and a professional appearance according to UT McDonald Physical Plant dress code. Wears applicable protective gear as appropriate. Participates, as necessary, as part of the Emergency Response Team for the Observatory, including wild-land fire training, first aid, CPR, and AED as required. Performs Other Duties as Required. Performs duties to meet the facility needs. Drives a UT vehicle to perform work and maintains a Texas driver's license.