University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

HVAC Mechanic

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee · Contract

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Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 7 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

States it is exempt from the H-1B cap

In 1 Department of Labor filing, this employer states it is an institution of higher education — one of the statutory grounds for exemption from the H-1B cap. Cap-exempt employers can file year-round without entering the lottery.Employer's own attestation on a Department of Labor wage determination, not a USCIS determination — exemption is decided per petition.

Green-card follow-through: 17%

Of 6 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 5 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 503 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

1 transfer filing in the last year, covering 1 worker. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • The areas are comprised of Maintenance (which takes mechanical infrastructure, electronics, paint, and elevators) and Custodial which keeps our buildings clean and in tip top condition.

Responsibilities

  • Monitors, tests, maintains, and repairs Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, related equipment, and controls according to established policies and procedures
  • Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation
  • Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff occasionally
  • Ability and desire to perform a wide range of HVAC and Maintenance type work in a residential facility (i.e. simple to complex mechanical problems arise (blown circuit breakers, steam leaks, no heat, flooding toilets)

Requirements

  • Must have sufficient physical dexterity to work on, under, and around equipment
  • Must have the ability to bend, reach, and kneel
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Professional experience in the HVAC trade and/or commercial experience with boilers, chillers, furnaces, and air handlers
  • Ability to work in various environments without adverse physical reaction (e.g., within confined areas
  • Proficiency in common business productivity software and applications (e.g., MS Office suite, email, internet, etc)
  • Ability to meet listed physical requirements
  • Required Qualifications

Nice to have

  • Associate degree or higher from a 2-year college or tech school with a certificate in HVAC and/or similar applicable training as received in a military service school
  • Facility Operating Engineer - 3rd Class License
  • Experience with computerized climate control systems
  • Carpentry experience
  • Plumbing experience
  • Electrical experience
  • Professional experience in a 365/24/7 operation performing HVAC and/or maintenance responsibilities
  • Ability to climb ladders or steps to access equipment

Skills

  • The HVAC Mechanic positions are critical to the overall success of the University Housing mission.
  • The positions will work for the Facilities Unit for University Housing.
  • The unit is in charge of the upkeep of 1.2 million square feet of residential and retail space.
  • The unit also facilitates our capital improvements and long-term project planning.
  • University Housing is currently hiring positions for 2nd shift.
  • During training, hours may vary between 1st and 2nd shift.

Compensation

  • Compensation: $28.85/hr

Benefits

  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that may require nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by operational need
  • Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability.
  • If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
  • This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Company info

  • There may be availability for 1st shift work, but the main hours we are looking to fill are 2nd shift and 1 weekend day per week.
  • We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer
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