Central Plant Operator I

About the role

The Central Plant Operator I monitors, operates, adjusts, maintains, and repairs a variety of technical equipment including 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.

Responsibilities

Key job responsibilities include:

• Perform emergency, routine, and preventative maintenance under the direction of the central plant leadership or designee following proper procedures and practices.
• Assist 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 central plant leadership or designee under close guidance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required qualifications include:

• Minimum of six months of maintenance experience (A combination of education, training, and coursework may be considered in lieu of experience.)
• Ability to lift weights 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• 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).

Skills

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work effectively in a team environment, communicate respectfully with all co-workers and customers, and document and communicate measures taken to repair equipment.

Benefits

UWM offers a competitive compensation package, including a hourly rate of $26.50 - $29.50, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $26.50 - $29.50, with salary determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.

Schedule

This position requires the ability to work overtime and all shifts, including weekends and holidays, on a rotating basis.