"Power Plant Operator II"

Position Title:

Power Plant Operator II

Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Heat/Cool Plant Operator II

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the plant and its associated equipment
• May work without direct supervision on shift operations
• Complies with environmental protection protocols and procedures
• Adheres to safety protocols and procedures
• Analyzes data and communicates recommendations on equipment and systems operations, both verbally and in written reports
• 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
• Assists in the training and oversight of new employees in these and other safe and efficient plant operational procedures
• Assists with preventative and corrective maintenance as needed

Department:

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

Compensation:

Minimum starting salary of $28.00, commensurate with qualifications, experience and available budget. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of boiler operation.
• Basic knowledge of valves, pumps, compressors, fans, and piping systems.
• Mechanical aptitude including the use of common hand tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Boiler operation and maintenance experience.

How to Apply:

Complete applications received by end of day, March 1, 2026, are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after March 1st 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 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.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair: Brian Weisenbeck
Phone: 715-232-1104
Email: weisenbeckb@uwstout.edu

Search Coordinator: Alisha Marburger
Phone: 715-232-2598
Email: marburgera@uwstout.edu