Heating / Cooling Plant Operator I or II

Join our dynamic team as a Heating/Cooling Plant Operator and play a crucial role in maintaining our campus's essential services. In this position, you'll monitor, operate, adjust, and maintain a variety of technical equipment to ensure efficient Heating and Cooling Plant operations. This role is integral to our 24/7 plant coverage, with responsibilities including rotational shifts as well as some weekend and holiday shifts on a six-day rotation.

We pride ourselves on fostering a dedicated, supportive, safe, and healthy work environment where collaboration and professional growth are encouraged.

In accordance with UW System Administrative Procedure 1277.C, candidates who maintain employment for at least one year may be eligible for both a recruitment and retention bonus.

Recruitment Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded after successful completion of 6-month probation period!
Retention Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded after successful completion of 1-year employment anniversary!

This position offers a rotating schedule that ensures a healthy work-life balance while also providing opportunities for growth and development.

Shift Rotation:

• Six-day rotation
• Will include covering one weekend shift every six weeks

Your typical shift pattern will look like this:

• (3-3-2-2-2-2) 2-days off
• (3-3-2-2-2-2) 2-days off
• (3-3-3-2-2-2) 2-days off
• (3-3-3-2-2-2) 3-day weekend
• (3-3-2-2-2) 3 day weekend
• (3-3-2-2-1-1) 2-days off

Shift Breakdown:

• Night Shifts (11 PM - 7 AM): 3
• Afternoon Shifts (3 PM - 11 PM): 2
• Day Shifts (7 AM - 3 PM): 1

This position requires successful completion of a pre-work physical to confirm the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position.

Our extremely competitive benefits package currently includes:

• Health plans starting at $39 per month.
• Vacation starting at 104 hours per year (prorated for start date).
• 36 hours of personal holiday
• 5 hours of sick leave earned per biweekly pay period (130 hours per calendar year)
• Paid parental leave after six months of continuous employment
• Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with 6.9% employer contribution for 2024

All employment benefits are subject to change. A full list of current benefits and eligibility requirements can be found here.

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment
• Makes regular inspections of plant equipment and reports any abnormalities
• Cleans and maintains work areas and equipment
• Starts, stops, and adjusts equipment to maintain operational requirements
• Maintains forms, logs, or reports
• Analyzes data and communicates recommendations on equipment and systems operations, both verbally and in written reports
• Adheres to safety protocols and procedures
• Complies with environmental protection protocols and procedures
• Assists in the preventative and corrective maintenance as needed
• Assists in the training and oversight of new employees in these and other safe and efficient plant operational procedures

Required for Heating Plant Operator I:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Willingness and adaptability to work under unpleasant conditions such as extreme noise, heat, cold, dusty, dirty or wet areas, and confined spaces is required
• Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, lift and climb ladders
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodations
• Strong mechanical background. Experience in the operation of various power tools, hand tools, and testing equipment in the mechanical maintenance field
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Required for Heating Plant Operator II:

• All Operator I requirements plus:
• Experience in the maintenance and safe operations of natural gas and fuel oil boilers.
• Experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of Central Heating and Power Plant equipment, including a high degree of mechanical aptitude, such as skill in making repairs and adjustments on all Power Plant equipment.
• Experience in the operation of computer and single loop controller systems, and their related equipment, steam flow meters, feedwater and condensate pumps, water meters, pressure and temperature gages, forced draft fans, RO systems, and the testing of boiler water and water softeners. The operation and use of safety devices, as well as the ability to learn and apply methods and techniques for the correct and safe performance of fairly complex equipment and operating systems
• Experience with the procedures of Lockout-Tagout

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Resume, Cover Letter, Contact information for at least 3 professional references.

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Monday October 7th, 2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

AA/EO Statement
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

DEI Statement
Diversity drives innovation, creativity, and progress. At the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, the culture, identities, life experiences, unique abilities, and talents of every individual contribute to the foundation of our success. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment is of paramount importance to us. This pursuit prepares all of us to be global citizens who will contribute to the betterment of the world. We are committed to a university culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to thrive.

Reasonable Accommodations
UWO 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 afaction@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. 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
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
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