WATER PLANT STEAMFITTER

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Water Plant Steamfitter installs and repairs industrial systems involving steam and water piping in the Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) water treatment plants, pumping stations and booster stations.

Steam fitting and Plumbing  

• Perform repair, preventive maintenance and new installation of various sizes and types of piping throughout the water treatment plants, pumping stations and booster stations.
• Conduct welding, soldering, pipe sweating and compression assembly of piping systems conveying air, gas, water, steam, chemical, refrigeration, cryogenic and other fluids and gases.
• Perform visual and physical checks of valves, gauges, controls, regulators and related assemblies.
• Evaluate piping systems for functionality, safety and improvements.
• Plan and carry out projects, including researching materials and parts, planning job staging, securing equipment, tools, and materials, and coordinating work with others.
• Prepare for cross-connection control inspections at MWW facilities by testing backflow prevention systems.
• Maintain documentation of work activities in the MWW computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Shop Maintenance and Repair  

• Perform custodial tasks, snow removal and minor repairs to the buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools in good order.
• Order stock materials, and maintain electronic inventory.  

Technical Development and Safety  

• Safely drive and operate departmental vehicles and equipment in order to navigate in and out of shop space and to commute to field locations to conduct repairs. 
• Participate in technical development activities to keep current with industry relevant practices and standards in welding and fabricating.
• Adhere to all federal, state, departmental, and steam fitting and/or plumbing safety laws, rules, practices, and procedures.
• Execute safe work practices and promote workplace safety.  

• Subject to mandatory call-in for emergency duty during non-standard business hours.
• Must be able to perform physical activities in the work environment that require agility including ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps or poles, walking and standing, crawling, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, balancing, pushing and pulling.
• Must possess good manual dexterity.
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 100 feet.
• Must be able to perform heavy physical work, exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and lifting and moving objects weighing 50 lbs. frequently.
• Must be able to withstand prolonged exposure to variable and extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to tolerate vibration and noise.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in proximity to moving mechanical parts and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to travel throughout the MWW service area to outlying facilities.
• Must be able to hand tools and welding equipment related to the steam fitting and plumbing profession.
• Must be able to learn how to safely and effectively learn to use snow removal equipment such as shovels, snow blower, snowplow and bobcat.
• Must wear and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) standard to steam fitting, including the use of common and specialized safety equipment (i.e., shoes, gloves, glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, welding jacket, welding hood, harness, protective suits and the use of a respirator), as required.

The pre-employment medical requirements for this position include:

• Non-DOT Drug Test
• Physical Exam with Lift and Push/Pull Test
• Audio-Gram
• Vision Test
• Pulmonary Function Test

1. Four years of experience in steam fitting and plumbing, performing duties related to the essential functions listed above.
2. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.
3. Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Cross Connection Control Tester certification within the probationary period and throughout employment.
4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) required Lift-Truck Operator certification within the probationary period and throughout employment. Note: Training provided in-house by DPW Driving Instructors. 

• Journey level certification in steam fitting or plumbing.

Technical  

• Knowledge of steam fitting, plumbing, pipe sweating, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of and ability to use job-related steamfitter tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of the operation of cranes and hoists, proper rigging and lifting techniques and safe handling of loads.
• Ability to troubleshoot failures of current and outdated equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply safety principles and practices as they apply to all components of this job.
• Knowledge of mathematics, including decimals, fractions, geometry, and measurement.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose problems and make repairs.
• Ability to perform job related, open set-up welding, brazing and soldering.
• Ability to learn to safely and effectively learn to use shovels, snow blower, snowplow and bobcat.
• Ability to learn and use job-related computer programs.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret manuals, policies, procedures, instructions, blueprints and shop drawings.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.  

Interpersonal  

• Ability to display tact and diplomacy with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Time Management and Judgement  

• Ability to accomplish work within deadlines.
• Ability to maintain accurate work records.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Honesty, integrity and the ability to be an effective steward of City resources.

The current salary range (PR 7MN) is $100,246-$134,374 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $103,253-$138,405 annually.  Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. Applications will be accepted and interviews held during 2025 as often as required to meet the needs of the City. Qualified applicants will be notified by email of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. Employment may be possible immediately following the examination if positions are vacant at that time. The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list in a rank determined by the final grade without reference to the date of the examination. The names of candidates who pass all phases of the selection process may remain on an eligible list resulting from a continuous examination for up to six months.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.