Power 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.
The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.
Required Qualifications:
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Basic knowledge of boiler operation.
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Basic knowledge of valves, pumps, compressors, fans, and piping systems.
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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.???
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Brian Weisenbeck
Phone: 715-232-1104
Email: weisenbeckb@uwstout.edu
If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Alisha Marburger
Phone: 715-232-2598
Email: marburgera@uwstout.edu
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