Heat/Cool Plant Operator I

University of Wisconsin Madison
$32.88 HOURLY
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Job Summary: About the Position: This position is a part of our Physical Plant Department within the Facilities Planning and Management Division at UW-Madison. The Power Plant Operator assists in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers and chillers or varying types and capacities, and all associated equipment along with general operations and miscellaneous work duties. About the Physical Plant Department and the Heating & Cooling Plant: Physical Plant is the largest FP&M organizational unit and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings, grounds, and utilities. Design resources, construction by the trades, and specialized facilities services are available for departmental requests and remodeling projects on a fee-for-service basis. The Charter Street Heating & Cooling Plant and the Walnut Street Heating & Cooling Plant supply steam, chilled water, compressed air, and electricity to the UW campus, as well as to UW Hospital & Clinics, the US Forest Service Forest Products Laboratories, and the Division of Veterans Affairs VA Hospital, and some other non-campus customers. Our plant operators also coordinate with the West Campus Cogeneration facility (which produces electricity for Madison Gas and Electric customers) on steam and chilled water needs for heating and air-conditioning on campus. About the Division of Facilities Planning& Management (FP&M): The Division of Facilities Planning& Management (FP&M) is a full-spectrum service organization that builds, maintains, and operates the physical environment of UW-Madison in the university's education, research, and outreach activities. We are responsible for everything from the building projects that change the face of campus to the flowers that beautify the grounds. Find out more about our Division: https://inside.fpm.wisc.edu/about-fpm/ Responsibilities: Assists with the monitoring, operations, adjustments, maintenance, and repair for a variety of technical equipment for the campus Heating and Cooling plants to supply the campus with critical services. 35% Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment 10% Makes regular inspections of plant equipment and prepares equipment malfunction reports 5% Cleans and maintains work areas and equipment 10% Starts, stops, and adjusts equipment settings to maintain operational requirements 10% Maintains forms, logs, or reports 5% Assists with preventative and corrective maintenance as needed 5% Adheres to safety protocols and procedures 5% Complies with environmental protection protocols and procedures 10% Works under direct supervision while on shift operations 5% Communicates to/with plant personnel to ensure operational and safety objectives are met 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: -Driver's License in accordance to UW- Risk Management requirements Working knowledge of the following preferred: Basic knowledge of boiler operation, valves, pumps, compressors, fans, and piping systems, and mechanical aptitude including the use of common hand tools. License/Certification: Required Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards Work Schedule: This position has a rotating schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. 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 $32.88 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The minimum hourly rate for this position is $32.88, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see below for more information: University Staff: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf Additional Information: A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists. 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, or a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment. We are committed to reducing bias in the recruitment process and utilize a redacted application process, which is the practice of removing personally identifiable information from application materials before the screening of applicants begins. This may include, but is not limited to, name, gender, age, education, address, dates (such as graduation dates), photos, references, links to personal web pages, supervisor names, and/or citizenship. How to Apply: In the Facilities Planning & Management Division, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage you to apply as you may be just the right candidate for this role! Your cover letter or resume is the ideal place for you to share how your qualifications and experience will translate to this position and showcase your unique talents. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). Please note that references will not be contacted without your prior knowledge. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your application materials, detail your experience as it pertains to this position. Contact: Passion Malotky passion.malotky@wisc.edu 608-890-1852 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Heat/Cool Plant Operator I(FP098) Department(s): A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP UEM/UTIL & ENERGY MGMT Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 307750-CP The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 through diversity 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 If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ 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.