Facilities Technician II

Facilities Technician II

Company:

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Job Location:

Madison, Wisconsin

Category:

Maintenance and Trades

Type:

Full-Time

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Facilities Technician II Job Summary:

Recreation & Wellbeing is ready to hire a self-motivated Facility Technician II with a passion for working on a variety of tasks in different settings and a wide range of possibilities. We are looking for a mechanically inclined team member and offer on-the-job training for those willing to learn and expand their skill set. Working at Rec Well facilities provides a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. This position is a unique opportunity to advance a career at a top-tier school and further develop and acquire new skills, including basic building repairs, light mechanical work, and fitness equipment repairs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities under general supervision

Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures

Performs routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness

Utilizes equipment to repair and maintain standard machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation

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

Department:

Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center Facility Services Compensation:

Minimum $23.00 Hourly The minimum hourly wage for this position is $23.00/hour. The expected actual hourly wage for this position ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 depending 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: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf

Qualifications:

At least 3 years of relative experience

Ability to independently perform fitness equipment repair or mechanical/electrical diagnostics and repair

Independently perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks such as light carpentry, painting, fixture and furniture installation, and general facilities upkeep

Independently troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures

Independently receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities

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

Independently performs basic and routine computer related tasks daily

Properly troubleshoot equipment and facility issues without oversight

Additional Details:

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (flexible based on operational needs). On an occasional basis, exercise flexibility to work evening or weekend hours.

Work Location:

Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center

Physical Demands:

Candidates must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs., and stand for extended periods of time.

Education:

H.S. Diploma, Preferred Minimum How to

Apply:

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload a current resume. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted until candidate is a finalist and will not be contacted without notifying the applicant.

Contact Information:

Cameron Theisen, cameron.theisen@wisc.edu Institutional Statement on

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