Heating & Cooling Power Plant Operators

The H&C Plant Operator is a part of our Physical Plant: Heating and Cooling Plant Department within the Facilities Planning and Management Division at UW-Madison. This position 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. This position plays a vital role in a collaborative environment with a team of 4 to 6 Operators where success is driven by strong communication, mutual support, and shared goals. This team operates on a 12 hour rotating schedule with occasional nights, weekends and holidays. All new operators receive comprehensive on-the-job training, which includes a review of standard operating procedures, hands-on task demonstrations, and job shadowing. The Physical Plant is the largest FP&M organizational unit and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings, grounds, and utilities. 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. Key Job Responsibilities: Communicates to/with plant personnel to ensure operational and safety objectives are met Works under direct supervision while on shift operations Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment Adheres to safety protocols and procedures Assists with preventative and corrective maintenance as needed Maintains forms, logs, or reports Starts, stops, and adjusts equipment settings to maintain operational requirements Cleans and maintains work areas and equipment Makes regular inspections of plant equipment and prepares equipment malfunction reports Department:

Division of Facilities Planning and Management, Physical Plant: Heating and Cooling Plant Compensation:

$32.88 hourly minimum. 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. Required Qualifications: Driver's license in accordance with UW-Risk Management requirements Preferred Qualifications: Basic working knowledge of boiler operations, valves, pumps, compressors, fans and piping systems and a mechanical aptitude including the common hand tools Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent -Preferred The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.

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