Complete preventative maintenance work orders assigned
Communicate respectfully with all co-workers and customers to
ensure smooth plant operations.
Document and communicate measures taken to repair equipment to
central plant leadership or designee (for example: parts replaced,
work done, etc.).
Inspect and test equipment to ensure proper functionality.
40% - Assist under the direction of the central plant leadership
or designee in the operation of the main campus and off campus
central plant boilers, chillers and auxiliary equipment following
proper procedures and practices.
- Assist in the startup and shut down of boilers and fuel
changeovers and the startup and shut down of auxiliary
equipment
- Monitor and adjust control systems as directed by the central
plant leadership or designee
- Conduct inspection tours of assigned equipment on the half
hour
- Establish communications with preceding and succeeding shift
operators to discuss problems and plant status to ensure a smooth
transition between shifts
- Record information on logs and data sheets per Heat Plant
operating procedures and practices
- Perform water testing and analysis and related activities using
guidelines set forth in the Heat Plant procedures
10% - Address urgent or unplanned operations needs by completing
tasks assigned by the central plant leadership or designee under
close guidance.
- Rebooting all systems and equipment
- Monitor water flow to ensure operational needs are met
- Janitorial duties
- General maintenance
5% - Other duties as assigned
Department:
Facilities, Planning and Management is committed to promoting
respect and civility in the workplace. Our staff serves as role
models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with
customers, fellow faculty and staff members, students, and
visitors. The mission of the department is to provide a safe,
sustainable, and accessible physical environment that supports
learning, research, working, living, and recreation. The
organization supports the academic and strategic objectives of the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with commitment and pride in
everything they do.
Compensation:
$26.50 - $29.50 an hour (Salary will be determined by finalist's
experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)
Required Qualifications:
- 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:
- 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) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum
requirements for driving on state business as detailed here:
https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and
provide a cover letter and resume addressing your
professional level work experience as it relates to all required
and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete
all required fields and
attach all required documents prior to submitting the online
application.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to
ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they
meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not
meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside
from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be
legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of
hire. Selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to
work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon
hire.
Finance & Administrative Affairs is required to conduct
Post-Offer Pre-Employment screenings on the selected candidate for
this role. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the
screening.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to
provide three professional/supervisor references through an
external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted
prior to candidates being notified
This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of
08/03/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted
by 08/02/2026. Applications submitted after 08/03/2026 may not be
reviewed.
Contact Information:
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Emily Jensen
(
eejensen@uwm.edu)
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to
university policy,
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to
make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a
disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying
because of a disability, please contact
uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
This job announcement and other material on this site will be made
available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a
disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the
prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your
references will be required to answer questions regarding any past
findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending
allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or
call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414)
229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their
start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to
work in the United States and to complete the required employment
eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law 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.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Central-Plant-Operator-I_JR10013164.
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