Steamfitter - Military Veterans

FTE: 100

Position Summary:

Install, remodel, maintain and repair systems for heating/cooling water hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and steam systems within power houses, distribution systems and buildings to ensure adequate, safe, and operable institutional facilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• Successful completion of a registered steamfitter apprenticeship program approved by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
• Must possess and maintain an applicable refrigeration license or be able to obtain this license within 6 months of start date.
• Demonstrate skills in diagnosing and repairing steam/hot water heating systems, ventilation, air conditioning, chillers, refrigeration systems, and direct digital controls.
• Evidence of strong customer skills.
• Maintain a valid driver's license that permits Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to utilize a computer for Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Successful completion of a post-offer employment test.

Preferred:

• Experience working in an educational environment.
• Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys control system software.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

Applicants must provide a resume and a cover letter addressing 1) experience with maintenance and service repair work on institutional/commercial building heating (steam & hot water), ventilating, air conditioning, chillers, refrigeration systems and/or HVAC control systems and 2) the projects you have worked on over the past 5 years including approximate dates and your role in the project.

A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates. The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver's license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles. A six-month probationary period is required.

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt.

Starting rate of pay is $45.36 to $46.82 per hour, depending on leave time selected, plus benefits. This position includes University of Wisconsin State Benefits in addition to the rate of pay.

• Vacation, earn 12-22 day per year based on election, unused hours carry over until the end of the following fiscal year.
• Paid holidays and sick days.
• Paid Parental Leave after 6 months of continuous employment.
• Excellent health insurance with choice of plan design and carrier, affordable premiums.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options.
• After 5 years of employment, become vested in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and if eligible can apply for a monthly annuity as early as age 55.
• Unused sick leave may be converted at retirement to pay for health insurance in retirement.
• Review the Employee Benefits Quick Guide for more details.

Inquiries should be addressed to Alan Symicek at alan.symicek@uwrf.edu.

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-3247.

EEO/AA Statement:

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials:

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.