Central Plant Operator II
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Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Position Title:
Central Plant Operator IIJob Category:
University StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Heat/Cool Plant Operator IIJob Duties:
Monitorsoperates adjustsmaintainsand 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. Inspectoperate andmaintainheating and cooling equipment at campus satellite facilities.When assigned responsibility foroperatingtheCentralPlanttheOperatorIImakesdecisions about equipment dispatch and operating parametersto ensure continuous production of utilities safely and efficiently.Performsall dutiesin accordance withpoliciesand procedures whileutilizingrequired personal protective equipment (PPE).All Operator II employees are expected tooperatethe plant while assigned the job task.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned by Central Plant management while adhering to plant policies and procedures.
Responsible for all plant operations on a shift (when assigned responsibility for operating the plant) while operating the plant safely and efficiently and following heat plant procedures and policies.
Performs emergency routine and preventative maintenance while adhering to Central Plant policies and procedures.
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: $30.00 / hour to $33.00/hour (salary determined based on candidates knowledge skills and experience
Required Qualifications:
- One year ormore ofexperienceoperatingand maintaining high pressure boilers and related equipment.
- Ability and willingness to wearthe requiredPPE according to UWM policiesandprocedures.
- Ability tolift50 lbs. unassisted.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet while using fall protection or ladders.
- Ability to work overtime and all shifts including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
- Basicproficiencywith electronic communication methods (e.g.email).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification by the Department of Safety and Professionals (DSPS)orthe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the handling of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) refrigerants.
- Possession of an advanced Boiler Operator License or Power Plant Operating Engineer License from a recognized national certification organization.
- Experience working in a central utility or power plant environment.
- Evidence of being accountable for independently and proactively making decisions in a strategic manner tooperateequipment in a plant environment.
- Evidence ofleadership experience in the workplace.
- Demonstrated experience with standard office computer programs.
- Demonstrated ability toself-directinemergenciesor unexpectedsituations.
- Possession of a valid Wisconsin Drivers license (or other such valid operators permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed theminimumrequirements for driving on state business as detailed here: to Apply:
Interested applicantsare required toapply online 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 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.
Contact Information:
Emily Jensen
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability please contact or . This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBCand Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For theUWMAnnual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies see or call UWMs Dean of Students Office Student Union 345 at for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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