Heating Plant Operator I

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Position Title: Heating Plant Operator I

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Heat/Cool Plant Operator II

Job Duties: Under general supervision of the Facility Services Heating Plant Superintendent.  This position will teach you to monitor, operate, adjust, maintain, and repair a variety of technical equipment for the campus Heating plant to supply the campus with critical services. The skill, ability and knowledge of the incumbent gained during training period will have direct and profound impact on the success and satisfaction level in the delivery of services to customers within the area of responsibility.  Given the pace of emerging technology, the incumbent must stay in touch with industry/system-wide trends and best practices.  This position will perform work under direct supervision of Heating Plant Superintendent and Heating/Cooling Plant Operator II. Upon successfully completing probation and training this position will be advanced to the Heating/Cooling Plant Operator II position.

Key Job Responsibilities: • Assists with preventative and corrective maintenance as needed

• Works under direct supervision while on shift operations

• Maintains forms, logs, or reports

• Cleans and maintains work areas and equipment

• Makes regular inspections of plant equipment and prepares equipment malfunction reports

• Communicates to/with plant personnel to ensure operational and safety objectives are met

• Starts, stops, and adjusts equipment settings to maintain operational requirements

• Adheres to safety protocols and procedures

• Complies with environmental protection protocols and procedures

• Ensures the safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment

Department: Facility Services –supports the academic mission of the university.   The integral core values of the department are Safety, Customer Service, Cooperation, Integrity, and Innovation.   A team approach is utilized throughout the department to provide a safe environment and excellence in service. The department interacts extensively with customers, campus community, service providers, and outside contractors to support a wide range of facility related operations, maintenance, and repairs.   The skill, ability and knowledge of the team have a direct and profound impact on the success and satisfaction of the services delivered to the campus.

Compensation & Benefits: This is an annual, full-time, hourly position. Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly wage of of $24.69 Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the  University Staff Benefit Quick Guide . Use the  Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator  to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits. 

Required Qualifications: • Ability to respond to after-hours phone calls including weekends and holidays if training opportunities arise.

• Ability to maintain a valid Wisconsin driver’s license through periodic DMV checks of driving record (regular, Class D License) as a condition of employment.

• Strong Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills.

Preferred Qualifications: • Strong mechanical skills willingness to learn

• Ability to work toward obtaining an ASOPE Power Plant Op Eng 3rd Class license

How to Apply: TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 7/26/2026 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.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: - Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience - Resume

After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.

Contact Information: Name: Mike Carriere Email: mcarrier@uwsp.edu Phone: 715 346-2339

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Po

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