Steamfitter - Wisconsin Resource Center - State of Wisconsin : Job Details

Introduction The Department of Health Services (DHS), Wisconsin Resource Center (WRC) is recruiting to fill a Steamfitter position.This position will work Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with occasional weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule. This position requires flexibility in scheduling to meet the institution operational needs.Come and work for the best! WRC was recognized as the National Commission on Correctional Health Care's 2022 Facility of the Year for its commitment to high quality resident care.WRC is a secure treatment facility that specializes in treating individuals with severe mental health conditions from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. This facility is located on Lake Winnebago with beautiful walking paths by the lake for employees to use during break periods. WRC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS .As an employee of the state of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Paid leave time including vacation, sick, and holidays. Pay for craftworker positions is based on how many vacation hours you chose to elect for the calendar year. You'll have the option change your leave hours and compensation rate each year.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer

Position Summary As the Steamfitter, you will perform troubleshooting, construction, rebuilding, and repair work to the HVAC, refrigeration, chiller, and steam systems of WRC, Wisconsin Women's Resource Center and Winnebago Mental Health Institution at the journeyman skill level. Additional duties include:

• Assisting engineering in designing projects,
• Procuring materials,
• Maintaining inventory,
• Fabricating repair parts,
• Rebuilding valves and traps, and
• Assisting with training facility maintenance staff and helpers in procedures to maintain a safe, secure, and productive work environment.

Salary Information The starting pay is between $46.72 and $48.24 per hour, depending upon leave time selected, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.The pay schedule/range is 04-00. This position is represented by the Wisconsin State Building Trades bargaining unit. Job Details This position requires the ability to drive a State vehicle. In order to become authorized to drive a State vehicle, you must meet the requirements for the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle policy, which are:

• Must have a valid driver's license;
• Must have minimum of two years licensed driving experience;
• Must be 18 years of age.

Additionally, your driving record MUST NOT reflect any of the following conditions:

• Three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two years;
• Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation within the past 12 months;
• Suspension or revocation of driver's license.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by WRC or medical personnel approved by the facility within 30 days of the start date.DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:

• Possession of a current Journey level Steamfitter Certification.
• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid driver's license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy** to drive a state vehicle.
• Experience installing or maintaining steam distribution, hydronic heating systems and related components.
• Experience installing or maintaining commercial air conditioning or refrigeration systems.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Possession of Universal Refrigeration Certification.
• Experience maintaining or retrofitting pneumatic controllers, valves, and actuators on HVAC systems.
• Experience working with direct digital control systems to control HVAC building systems.
• Experience reading building and system drawings to estimate plan projects.

How To Apply Applying is easy! Click Apply for Job to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.Helpful Information:

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here . Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.