Power Plant Operator II

Universities of Wisconsin•Menomonie, WI

6d•$28

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Boiler operation and maintenance experience.

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

Benefits

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

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