The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVHK)is currently recruiting for a Boat/Pontoon driver limited-term employment (LTE) position to support the King Activities team. WVHK is a long-term-care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is located on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O' Lakes, off Highway 10 between Stevens Point and Appleton.

This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our positions offer a team-oriented atmosphere and the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Under general supervision of a therapist supervisor, this position will be responsible for piloting and maintaining the facility's pontoon craft and may on occasion driving the outdoor recreation vehicle for scenic rides for members.

To view a copy of the job description, click here.

The pay for this position is $16.18 per hour with additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

This job does not offer employee benefits.

The position is in pay schedule-pay range 03-08

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

This LTE position works Monday through Friday. This is mostly daytime hours with an occasional evening. 

LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.

Job duties require the ability to, stand, kneel, make visual observations, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, use special safety equipment, and work outdoors. 

Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.

· passed or able to pass the DNR Boater Safety Course and hold a valid certification;

· experience in pontoon boat operation;

· the ability to follow safety policies and practices;

· experience working independently and as a member of a team

· CPR certification or be willing to be certified

· Ability to assist members on and off the pontoon boat while in wheelchairs or using other assistive devices

· Follow all safety directives related to infectious diseases.

· Assisting members with fishing equipment and putting bait on the hooks.

· Removing fish from the hook

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. The definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment can be found here.

To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it.

Periodically, applicant credentials will be verified and qualified applicants will be asked to participate in the next step of the hiring process. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.

If you have questions, Jeni Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv, [email protected], 715-256-3241

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.