Heat/Cool Plant Operator I

Universities of Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

9d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

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, and maintain heating and cooling equipment at campus satellite facilities. Perform all duties in accordance with policy and procedures while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE). This position is not eligible for hybrid work and requires 100% onsite work.

Requirements

• Minimum of six months of maintenance experience (A combination of education, training, and coursework may be considered in lieu of experience)
• Ability to lift up to 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.
• Basic proficiency with electronic communication methods (e.g. email).

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience managing boiler and/or chiller water treatment and water chemistry management programs.
• Demonstrated experience with courteous customer service and professional communication within the team.
• Evidence of previous work 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 the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment
• Communicates to/with plant personnel to ensure operational and safety objectives are met
• Makes regular inspections of plant equipment and prepares equipment malfunction reports
• Starts, stops, and adjusts equipment settings to maintain operational requirements
• Perform emergency, routine, and preventative maintenance under the direction of the Plant Superintendent or designee following proper procedures and practices.
• Adheres to safety protocols and procedures
• Assist under the direction of the Plant Superintendent or designee in the operation of the main campus and off campus Central Plant boilers, chillers and auxiliary equipment following proper procedures and practices.
• Address urgent or unplanned operations needs by completing tasks assigned by the Superintendent or designee under close guidance.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans.
• Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed