Facilities: Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I
Job Information
POSITION: A full-time university staff position is available in Facilities beginning as soon as possible. The official title for this assignment is Heat/Cool Plant Operator I with a working title of Boiler Operator. This is an expected-to-continue assignment, which requires a twelve-month probationary period during which all operational aspects of the heating plant will be learned.
DEPARTMENT:
Facilities
COMPENSATION:
The hourly hiring salary is up to $19.00 to $21.00 per hour (commensurate on experience) plus shift differential and full benefits.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mechanical Aptitude.
- Clean Driving Record to allow driving State vehicles.
- General computer and keyboard skills
- Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, lift, and climb ladders.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- High level of dedication to quality service by interacting directly with students, staff or other external customers.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Military Service
- Graduate of Building, Utility, or Maintenance related program with two years of experience in a related field.
- Boiler License from an accredited organization or three years of experience operating and maintaining boilers.
- Industrial maintenance experience repairing motors, pumps, fans, or gear reductions.
- Experience with metal fabrication.
How To Apply:
Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives. You must create an account and login before you can apply. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Names and contact information for three references.
Contact Information:
Please direct requests for additional information to: Greg Falkenberg; falkengc@uwec.edu
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ .
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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EEO STATEMENT
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations 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.