Steamfitter - Pflaum - FTE - SY

Building Services – Trades – Pflaum Road Building

Salary: $54.77 per hour (26–27 Salary Schedule)

Under general supervision of the Facilities Engineering Manager and Assistant Director of Maintenance, this position is responsible for a wide variety of duties in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, air conditioning, and temperature control systems in all Madison Metropolitan School District facilities. The position requires varied working hours and availability on an emergency basis.

This position will not have any supervisory duties.

• Maintenance and Repair – 85%
• Perform HVAC work associated with maintenance and repair activities
• Installing new HVAC equipment or programs associated with remodeling or new construction work
• Servicing and maintaining low‑pressure steam and hot water boilers
• Installing, maintaining and repairing DDC and pneumatic controls
• Troubleshooting, installing and setting up Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
• Administrative work – 10%
• Assisting in estimating labor, materials and supplies for assigned work
• Maintaining records of materials and labor associated with assigned work
• Visiting each building frequently and being familiar with the various HVAC systems and components
• Other duties – 5%
• Performing other duties as assigned by executive leadership or their representatives
• Attending district and school functions that support MMSD’s strategic framework, initiatives, and core values
• Completing any and all district‑required training
• Building collaborative relationships with business partners

• Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization
• Follow principles and practices that promote anti‑racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to install, troubleshoot and repair HVAC refrigeration equipment and hold required Wisconsin certification
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and ordinances related to HVAC work
• Knowledge of major types of HVAC installations and standard repair procedures
• Knowledge of pneumatic, electronic and DDC controls and Building Automation System interfaces
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot HVAC equipment control problems
• Knowledge of safety requirements, state codes, and general orders of the Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from construction plans, shop drawings, and material specifications
• Proficiency with all tools common to the HVAC trade
• Knowledge of and ability with HVAC rough‑in work
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with co‑workers, contractors, technical consultants, students, and the public

• Experience working in refrigeration services
• Experience working cross‑culturally and/or commitment to cultural competence development

• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License
• Journey worker Steamfitter License/Certification
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling Technician Certification
• State of Wisconsin HVAC Qualifier Certification preferred

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal. Requires frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 70 pounds. May require being stationary for extended periods. Frequent sitting, driving, squatting, crouching, ladder and stair climbing, ability to handle 30‑ft heights, crawling, reaching, kneeling and repetitive movements with both hands. Near and far vision acuity, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision, and feeling are frequently utilized.

Verbal and auditory communication is frequently used. Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including inclement weather and spaces without air conditioning.

• May involve exposure to asbestos and lead‑based surfaces
• Work requires travel within the district and to off‑site meetings
• Position requires working evenings, nights, and some weekends
• Remote/work‑from‑home flexibility may be available for a portion of the…