This position is accomplishing on the job training in support of completing a State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development apprenticeship program. The position will provide a wide range of support for facility maintenance and renovation activities under the direction of a journeyperson. The position will track their on-the-job training activities and provide input into their training. Daily activities will include training and work execution related to the trade as well as miscellaneous activities in support of general facility repair and renovation work.

• 10% Trains to interpret blueprints and drawings to assess and verify specifications and calculate the materials and equipment required. Participates in discussions with customer/client regarding project plan
• 20% Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for job as instructed to do so by Supervisor and or lead
• 35% Trains to perform skilled insulation construction, demolition, installation, and repairs according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes
• 5% Participates in the review of finished projects with client/customer. Under the direction of Supervisor or lead, 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% Under the supervision of Supervisor or lead, collaborates with and assists contractors as needed
• 20% Completion of a registered apprenticeship program training requirements

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

Applicants must pass one of the following assessments:
ACT: 15 in Math and 12 in Reading
Accuplacer Classic: 55 in Arithmetic and 40 in Reading
Accuplacer Next Gen: 237 in Arithmetic and 209 in Reading

Qualified applicants will be set up for Accuplacer testing if needed.

7:00am -3:30pm, Monday-Friday. 30 min unpaid lunch break

Full Time: 100%

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

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $24.33 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter.

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.

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

Heat & Frost Ins-Apprentice(FP136)

A717126-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP O&M/HEAT & FROST

University Staff-Ongoing

273945-CP