Steamfitter

University of Wisconsin Madison; Brantford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking institution as a Steamfitter! This role involves maintaining and installing various HVAC systems in a vibrant university setting. You will work closely with a dedicated team, ensuring excellent service without a sales component. Enjoy a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits, including paid leave and retirement plans. Your expertise will contribute to the comfort and safety of the university community, making a positive impact every day. If you're passionate about your craft and ready for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Paid Leave

Retirement Plans

Tools Provided

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program as a Steamfitter.
• Related experience in multi-family or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains HVAC systems and pipe systems.
• Interprets blueprints and gathers materials for projects.

Skills

Steamfitting

HVAC Systems

Blueprint Interpretation

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary:

Join the University Housing Facilities Team as a Steamfitter! Under the general supervision of the Housing Trades Supervisor, the Steamfitter position duties include but are not limited to: maintenance, repair, installation and alteration of a variety of HVAC equipment and systems, including steam, hydraulic, ventilation, and refrigeration systems in the Dining and Residence Halls on the UW-Madison campus.

Work with a team of professionals focused on excellent customer service with no sales component. Base hours will have a flexible start time: primary schedule is Monday - Friday with hours between 7:00am and 5:30pm with a rotating weekend schedule.

Excellent benefits: paid leave including vacation, legal holiday and sick leave, terrific retirement plans and all tools are supplied.

Responsibilities:
Lays out, installs, remodels, and maintains pipe systems for heating/chilling water hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and steam systems within power houses, distribution systems and buildings to ensure adequate, safe, and operable institutional facilities.

• 10% Interprets blueprints and drawings to assess and verify specifications and to calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client


• 10% Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs


• 20% Performs skilled steamfitter work according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes


• 10% Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations


• 5% Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations


• 10% Collaborates with and assists contractors as needed


• 35% Installs, troubleshoots, and services Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVACR) systems and equipment

Tasks:

• Communicates in English via radio and in person to emergency personnel.


• Performs Steamfitter work in a variety of University Housing buildings, including driving vehicles to efficiently transport staff, move supplies, and urgently respond to emergency situations.


• Performs duties in a highly diverse student and family housing community, including resident occupied spaces, as well as in vacant and common areas.


• Provides support and assistance as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required: Completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Steamfitter, as defined on DWD website - https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/occupations/steamfitter-construction.htm

Preferred: Related experience in a multi-family, hospital, university housing, or similar industrial environment

License/Certification:

Required
Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

Preferred
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification

Work Schedule:

Flexible start time: primary schedule is Monday - Friday with hours between 7:00am and 5:30pm with weekend rotation as required by the department. Schedule will be determined upon hire.

Schedule alterations as operations and position expectations demand.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $53.77 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
This has been identified as a Crafts Worker position. Crafts Workers may elect an increased vacation allocation with a corresponding reduction to the prevailing rate.

Vacation elections with corresponding prevailing rates below:

100 hours = $55.53 hourly
140 hours = $54.66 hourly
180 hours = $53.77 hourly

Additional Information:

A criminal background check will be conducted on finalist(s).

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

University Housing may communicate with you about your application status using a text messaging service. To opt-out please reply "STOP" to text messages received or contact University Housing HR at [e-mail] or 608-262-2766. Message and data rates may apply.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume within the online application system and confirmation of steamfitter apprenticeship.

Online applications must be received by 11:55pm on the deadline listed. We are unable to consider incomplete application materials.

Applications for this position may be considered for other vacancies in this title within University Housing, including those which may have a different work schedule and/or requirements from this vacancy.

Contact:

Jennifer Mcfarlin
[e-mail]
608-262-2766
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Steamfitter(FP054)

Department(s):

A85-UNIVERSITY HOUSING/RHF/MAINTENANCE

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

314779-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Division Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.