Service Steamfitter

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Trades Section Chief, Bureau of Building Management, this position is primarily responsible for applying steam fitting fundamentals to the repair, troubleshooting, installation and preventive maintenance of mechanical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems/equipment for assigned facilities.

This position will perform systems troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC/Refrigeration equipment including but not limited to steam traps, boilers, air handlers, VAV boxes, exhaust fans, humidification systems, circulating pumps, air and water filtration systems, pneumatic, electric and Direct Digital (DDC) temperature controls, static pressure controls, temperature control air compressors and refrigerated air driers, air cooled or water-cooled condensers and evaporative cooling towers.

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Salary Information

This position is in schedule range (04-00) and is represented by the Wisconsin State Building Trades bargaining unit. Rate of pay will be between $53.77 and $55.53 and is determined based on adjusted leave time selected by the employee. A 12-month probationary period is required.

In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• 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
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Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will meet at least one of the following:

• Completion of an apprenticeship approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a steamfitter/possession of a current Journey level Steamfitter Certification
• Formal recognition of status by the appropriate international or local trade organization or some type of similar formal validation of journey status
• Applicants having training and experience equivalent to the formal apprenticeship and journey-level status may also be accepted upon submission of documented proof of such training and experience.
• Equivalent training and experience includes 8,000 hours of training and experience in all of the following work processes: (1) installation of residential and apartment heating systems; (2) installation of industrial and commercial heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems; (3) installation and repair of power house systems; (4) repair and servicing of all types of heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems; (5) installation and final testing of all types of refrigeration and air conditioning systems; (6) installation and final adjustment of temperature controls; and (7) completion of 500 hours of prescribed instruction. Such evidence may include letters or statements from past customers/clients and/or employers.

NOTE: Documentation that the candidate meets the minimum qualification will be verified prior to an offer of employment being made.

Qualified applicants will have the following:

1.Training or experience with the tools, equipment, materials, and practices of the steamfitting trade (e.g. drills, saws, welding torches, wrenches, or similar)

1. Steamfitter experience (e.g. install and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems.

2. In-depth knowledge of service and troubleshooting for complex HVAC systems, including pumps and piping.

In addition, well qualified applicants may also have experience in:

1. Preventative maintenance on HVAC systems (e.g. boilers, chillers, pipe systems, or similar)

2. Environmental Protection Agency 608 certification

3. Experience with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, performance monitoring, alarms, point adjustments, program changes in response to customer complaints or system malfunctions.

How To Apply

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Michelle Bassuener at ... or ....

Deadline to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm CST on Sunday, September 7, 2025.