Facilities Technician 1

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Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Facilities Technician I

Job Summary:

The Facilities Technician I position is a part of our Physical Plant: Campus Services department within the Facilities Planning and Management Division (FP&M). Campus Services has a team of Facility Technicians who perform functions such as departmental moves of furniture and equipment, window washing, assisting the Electric Shop with basic lamp replacement, and construction clean-up.

As the Facilities Technician I, you will be involved in variety of duties behind the scenes on campus. In addition to playing an important role in the set-up and tear down for UW Commencements and other large-scale events, you'll also provide table and chair rental and delivery service for numerous smaller campus events. As a flexible and efficient labor force, the Facilities Technician provides support to various trade shops.

This role will also utilize bucket trucks and boom lifts to perform window washing of all campus windows inside and out at heights of up to 160 feet with proper safety gear. Campus Services will also utilize lifts and ladders to reach heights as high as 60 feet to replace lightbulbs in Auditoriums, Atriums and Gymnasiums.

Ongoing/Renewable

Full - time, 100% FTE

Hours generally scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM. Occasional nights, weekends and holidays may be required for this position.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the relocation of campus equipment as needed

• Assists with routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness

• Escalates and documents issues according to established policies and procedures

• Assists with inventory and distribution of deliveries to appropriate entities under close supervision

• Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed

• Sets up and tears down equipment for institutional meetings and events

• Utilizes basic equipment to repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment, and facility property under close supervision to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation

• Perform routine inspections of campus equipment

Department:

Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M), Physical Plant Maintenance, Campus Services 

Compensation:

$20.50 minimum 

The minimum rate for this position is $20.50, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

For a summary of benefits, please see below for more information:

University Staff Benefits Summary

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of audiences
• Driver’s License Required - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards 
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with window washing, construction demo/cleanup, furniture relocation, landscaping, farm labor, special event setup or maintenance related duties are a plus
• Ability to work in a small team

• Ability to perform manual labor and physical work in a safe and efficient manner
  

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent - Preferred

How to Apply:

To begin the application process, click the "Apply" button.

Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all of your documents in the attachment field, either as one combined document, or separate documents.

We are eager to learn more about how your experience may align with this position. 

The following is required for your application to be considered complete:

• A cover letter describing how your experience relates to the listed required and preferred job qualifications.

• A resume detailing your educational and professional background.

The search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. 

We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointments. 

Contact Information:

Passion Malotky, [email protected], 608-890-1852

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