Campus Heating & Chiller Plant Operator I

Wayne State University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution based in Wisconsin, USA is seeking a dedicated individual for an on-site maintenance position responsible for monitoring and managing technical equipment such as boilers and chillers. Applicants must have at least six months of maintenance experience and be able to lift substantial weight and work in various conditions. The role emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and effective communication. Salary ranges from $25 to $29 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet using fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain technical equipment including high-pressure boilers and chillers.
• Inspect, operate and maintain heating and cooling systems.
• Work in accordance with safety policies and required PPE.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Working at heights

Willingness to wear PPE

Working in confined spaces

Overtime and shift flexibility

Electronic communication proficiency

Job description

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Monitors,operates, adjusts,maintains, and repairs a variety of technical equipment including but not limited to high-pressure boilers and large tonnage chillers for the campus Central Heating and Cooling plant. Inspect,operate, andmaintainheating and cooling equipment at campus satellite facilities.Perform all dutiesin accordance withpolicy and procedures whileutilizingrequired personal protective equipment (PPE).

This position is not eligible for hybrid work and requires 100% onsite work.

Department: Facilities, Planning and Managementiscommitted to promoting respect and civility in the workplace. Our staff serves as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers, fellow faculty and staff members, students, and visitors. The mission of the department is to provide a safe, sustainable, and accessible physical environment that supports learning, research, working, living, and recreation. The organization supports the academic and strategicobjectivesof the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with commitment and pride in everything they do.

Compensation: $25-$29 per hour.Salarywill bedeterminedbyfinalist'sexperience, training, education, and equity-based factors.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months of maintenance experience (A combination of education, training, and coursework may be considered in lieu of experience)
• Ability tolift upto 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet while using fall protection or ladders.
• Ability and willingness to wear required PPE according to UWM policies, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Required to be able to work overtime and all shifts including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Basicproficiencywith electronic communication methods (e.g.email).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience managing boiler and/or chiller water treatment andwater chemistry management programs.
• Demonstrated experience with courteous customer service and professional communication within the team.
• Evidence ofpreviouswork experience as a lead worker, team leader or supervisor over a staff charged with operations and maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with standard office computer programs.
• Prior work experience in a central plant, process plant, or equivalent.
• Possession of a Boiler Operator License administered by a recognized national certification organization or equivalent work experience.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license (or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed theminimumrequirements for driving on state business as detailed here:https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/

How to Apply

Interested applicantsare required toapply online via the UWM website and provide acover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior tosubmittingthe online application. Applicationsmissingany of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable toascertainfrom the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.Additionaldocumentssubmittedaside from acover letter and resumewill not be reviewed.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Selected candidates willbe requiredto verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Finance & Administrative Affairsis required toconduct Post-Offer Pre-Employment screenings on the selected candidate for this role. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will berequiredto provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.