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Heating/Cooling Plant Operator II

HEATING/COOLING PLANT OPERATOR II 

Seeking a team member that is committed to the mission of the central heating plant to provide the entire campus with a constant supply of steam in the most efficient, reliable and safest way possible. 

Job summary: monitors, operates, adjusts, maintains, and repairs a variety of technical equipment for the campus central heating plant.   

Official UW Title (Code) / Job Description:   HEATING/COOLING PLANT OPERATOR II (Standard Job Description) 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum / Required  

Basic knowledge of boiler operation. 

Basic knowledge of valves, pumps, compressors, fans, and piping systems. 

Mechanical aptitude including the use of common hand tools. 

 

Highly Desired  

Boiler operation and maintenance experience. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

This position will be operating and maintaining all equipment within the central heating plant. 

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION  

The Central Heating Plant at the University of Wisconsin - Stout has a total available capacity of 202,000 pounds of steam per hour.  The plant is staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, year-round: with the exception of an annual shutdown period for maintenance.  The Central Heating Plant has the capacity to burn two different types of fuels: natural gas and ultra-low-sulfur fuel oil as emergency backup fuel. 

 

The Central Heating Plant is a sub-department of Facilities Management, whose mission is to provide the university and community with the highest quality facilities and physical environment for learning, living and working, by maximizing available resources and technology. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

Complete applications received by end of day, October 20, 2024, are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after October 20th may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled. 

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs  

Required application materials 

Resume 

*Please use your resume to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.  

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them. 

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900  

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability. 

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact: 

Search Chair:  Brian Lorenz 

Phone: 715-232-1104 

Email:  lorenzb@uwstout.edu  

 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact: 

Search Coordinator: Heidi Gutting 

Phone: 715-232-2598 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  

Minimum starting salary of $25.00, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  A twelve-month probationary period is required. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace which recognizes market-leading employers for employee benefits and commitment to supporting children and families. 

 

To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu) 

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.   

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.    

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.  

Official transcripts required at time of hire. 

The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149 

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). 

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information 

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW  

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.

UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.  

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. As the only laptop+ campus among the 13 Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout provides laptops and industry-standard software, open education resources and other technology-driven advantages all included in on-campus undergraduate tuition and fees. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national and international leader in higher education.

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us 

University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community 

 

 

 

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