Power Plant Operator
Power Plant Operator
The University of Wisconsin Parkside currently has a vacancy for a Power Plant Operator.
This is a responsible position in a large and highly complex Heating & Chilling Plant. The Heating & Chilling Plant provides steam to 10 campus buildings and chilled water to 9 campus buildings, which are inter-connected by a series of underground tunnels and conduits. General supervision is received from the Power Plant Superintendent. On shift, the Power Plant Operator – Senior is solely responsible for the following: total operation and maintenance of the entire plant in a safe and efficient manner, assistance in emergency situations, emergency repairs, and performance of any other duties associated with the operation of a complex heating and chilling plant.
Hours of work: Primarily 3rd (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM) shift. Occasional 1st (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) or 2nd (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) shift. Random shifts, 12 hour shifts, repeated/successive shifts, or overtime may be required.
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