Steamfitter

Salary:

Minimum $47.42 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
This has been identified as a Crafts Worker position. Crafts Workers may elect an increased vacation allocation with a corresponding reeducation to the prevailing rate.
100 hours = $48.96
140 hours = $48.21
180 hours = $47.42

Job Summary:

This position is for a Steamfitter specializing in service work in a fast paced environment. The position will troubleshoot and repair/replace a wide range of boilers, chillers, laboratory refrigeration, and HVACR systems and equipment. The position will also be responsible for preventive maintenance on these types of systems and equipment. The position will interact and utilize digital controls software & pneumatics controls. The University has a wide range of facility ages and utilizes a spectrum HVACR equipment to support education, research, administration, and production.

Responsibilities: Lays out, installs, remodels, and maintains pipe systems for heating/chilling water hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and steam systems within power houses, distribution systems and buildings to ensure adequate, safe, and operable institutional facilities.

• 10% Interprets blueprints and drawings to assess and verify specifications and to calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client
• 25% Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs
• 25% Performs skilled steamfitter work according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes
• 5% Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations
• 5% Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations
• 5% Collaborates with and assists contractors as needed
• 25% Installs, troubleshoots, and services Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVACR) systems and equipment

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
High School Diploma and the completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Steamfitter as defined on DWD website - https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/trades/steamfitter-construction.htm

Qualifications:

Must have successfully completed an approved apprenticeship in the Steamfitter craft; or, must be recognized by an appropriate authority (e.g., labor union, trade organization, etc.); or, have performed at least 8,000 hours in the work processes and can provide verification if required to do so.

Work Schedule:

7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Additional Information:

We are excited to announce that UW-Madison Building Trades employees are eligible for the employer contribution for State Group Health Insurance. The employer share amounts to approximately 88% of the total premium cost resulting in a much more affordable health plan.

How to Apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter. We will also require contact information for three professional references, one of which must be your current supervisor. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.

A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists.

In the event you are required to work in or around animal facilities, you will be enrolled in the appropriate medical surveillance program.

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 need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Contact:

Dawn Bierman
dawn.bierman@wisc.edu
608-265-4057
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Steamfitter(FP054)

Department(s):

A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP O&M/STEAMFITTING SHOP

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

281143-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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

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