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POSITION DESCRIPTION
STEAMFITTER-CONTROLS SPECIALIST
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POSITION SUMMARY
This position, under general supervision, performs Steamfitter/controls specialist work at
the Journey Worker level. The person in the position must have the knowledge of heating,
ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration systems operation and
maintenance. Service and install and repair motors, valves and various control system
devices, including direct digital control systems. Perform basic service on commercial and
industrial heating, cooling and process systems components. Repair hot water tanks,
autoclaves, sterilizers and other steam equipment. Must have the knowledge to maintain
and repair steam lines, valves, dampers, and other pneumatically controlled equipment.
Must have knowledge of various codes, i.e., plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, welding,
structural, HAZMAT, and OSHA. Have a basic understanding of physics, and Refrigerant
Recovery Certification (EPA) a plus. Must have a working knowledge to align and assemble
parts, set boilers, chillers and other various components.
He/she has the responsibility to diagnose problems, conduct repairs, perform preventive
maintenance, and complete component installation and commissioning of HVAC controls
and systems within our Metasys DDC campus building automation system. A high level of
complete technical competence with web based Metasys DDC control systems is important.
The person in this position must also read blueprints and specification, interpret schematic
drawings and diagrams. Have knowledge of and perform basic math computations.
Identify various materials and components, and make templates for welding. Must have
knowledge of different materials for joining various types of pipes. Knowledge of
properties of various mediums used in mechanical system; solder, braze and weld various
types of metal and plastic pipes. Install rod hangers, clean and prepare pipe weld joints.
This position also installs new systems in accordance with plans and specifications.
Performs all duties in a professional manner, with an emphasis on customer service and
serving as a model representative of the Department of Facility Services, and the Division of
Finance and Administrative Affairs, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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GOALS AND ACTIVITIES
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A. Maintenance of building systems and related equipment
A1. Install, repair and replace elements and systems of mechanical air conditioning and
refrigeration units.
A2. Install, repair and replace steam pipes, valves, trap fittings, connections and
related equipment.
A3. Repair hot water tanks, autoclaves, sterilizers and other steam equipment.
A4. Maintain and repair steam lines.
A5. Perform gas and arc welding in the repair of steam lines and related equipment.
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A6. Perform any steamfitter control related tasks as assigned.
A7. Remove existing HVAC equipment which is being replaced or no longer needed.
A8. Install HVAC equipment including piping, air handlers, pumps, valves, and specialties.
A9. Make piping connections to heating, ventilating, air conditioning, laboratory, and
other fixed and movable equipment.
A10. Repair all phases of the distribution system of chilled water, high and low pressure
steam, steam condensate, and high pressure air.
A11. Repair valves, dampers, and other pneumatically and DDC controlled equipment.
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B. Service and maintenance of HVAC controls on building automation systems
B1. Troubleshoot and properly diagnose mechanical refrigeration systems.
B2. Effects preventive maintenance to control systems, as directed.
B3. Reports problems or changes to management immediately.
B4. Make templates for welding as necessary.
B5. Interpret schematic drawings and diagrams.
B6. Service and install motors, valves and various control system devices, including
direct digital control systems, as directed.
B7. Maintain electric, electronic or pneumatic controls for refrigeration equipment.
B8. Adjust auxiliary equipment for air conditioning (chilled water pumps, heat coils, etc.)
B9. Install heating systems
B10. Maintain, repair, and calibrate the more complex thermostats, air conditioning
controls, and water meters.
B11. Keep records and reports as required.
B12. Diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions, requiring
extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic and digital controls systems and
ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software.
B13. Maintain, repair and calibrate the more complex DDC thermostats, and air
conditioning controls.
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C. New construction and remodeling
C1. Installs complete heating and cooling system controls as directed by blueprints,
sketches, specifications, or verbal instructions.
C2. Programs and commissions necessary direct digital controls and equipment to
control heating, cooling, and humidity systems.
C3. Makes estimates and material lists necessary to complete projects.
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D. Other duties related to the servicing of building controls and facilities
management systems and energy management systems as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Thorough knowledge in the diagnosis and repair of digital controls and digital systems.
Thorough knowledge and skill in the use of the tools, equipment, materials, methods and
practices of the Steamfitting trade.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the
Steamfitting trade.
Thorough knowledge of HVAC control systems.
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and to work on feet, or with arms overhead, for extended
periods of time.
Ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolding.
Ability to work in small confined spaces.
Visual acuity, ability to read, interpret and work from plans, involved drawings and
sketches.
Manual dexterity to manipulate small parts.
Recognition as a Journey Worker Controls/Steamfitter by an appropriate authority or
vocational school four year program graduate, or an Associate’s degree in electronics,
mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field. Degree may be
offset by two years experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems. Five to
seven years of increasingly responsible experience in servicing electronic control and HVAC
equipment.
Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License in good standing, in order to drive Stateowned vehicles for the transport of materials and staff.
Thorough knowledge of Metasys DDC control system.
Knowledge of various codes, i.e., plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, welding, structural,
HAZMAT, and OSHA.
Basic understanding of physics, and Refrigerant Recovery Certification (EPA) a plus.
Working knowledge to align and assemble parts, set boilers, chillers and other various
components.
Knowledge of different materials for joining various types of pipes together.
Knowledge of properties of various mediums used in mechanical system; solder, braze and
weld various types of metal and plastic pipes.
Knowledge of installation of rod hangers, cleaning and preparation of pipe weld joints.
Ability to read blueprints and specifications, interpret schematic drawings and diagrams.
Ability to perform basic math computations.
Ability to make templates for welding.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
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Work inside State-owned/leased space in a variety of environments.
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Dust, chemical odors and noise commonly encountered in steamfitting work.
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Outside work, including extreme weather conditions.
EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Power and hand tools such as cutting tools, drills, screwdrivers, measuring instruments, ladders,
and other tools normally used in the Control/Steamfitting trade.
These goals and work activities are intended to describe the essential functions of persons assigned
to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and/or
requirements.
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