Maintenance Tech III, Flathead Lake Biological Station

Maintenance Tech III, Flathead Lake Biological Station  Salary $21.99 Hourly Location UM Flathead Lake Biological Station Job Type Hourly Staff Full-time Job Number 202400648 Department Flathead Lake Biological Station, Opening Date 04/07/2026 Closing Date 4/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS Description Campus-Only Recruitment

• This is open to all employee types currently working on campus
• The Flathead Lake Biological Station invites applications from campus employees for a Maintenance Tech III opening in their department.

This position will work with and under the supervision of the FLSS Facilities Manager to maintain, repair, improve, and secure the Bio Station's physical plant and infrastructure. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities Snow removal Lead on some maintenance projects Regular operation of heavy equipment (ie, snow plow, dump truck, tractor, backhoe, forklift) Conduct vehicle repairs and maintenance Coordinate with Facilities Manager to ensure safety of FLSS Campus, especially during non-business hours Coordinate with Facilities Manager as team member on call to ensure the FLSS Wastewater Treatment Plant is functioning properly Conduct minor repairs of FLSS infrastructure (ie, windows, trim, sheetrock, painting, siding) Assist with maintenance and landscaping of FLSS grounds Assist residents and visitors with building access, especially during non-business hours Maintain, repair, and reprogram locks and key-codes Haul recycling to the transfer station Some weekend work may be necessary due to the Waste Water Treatment Plant needing repairs or maintenance Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Extensive experience with hand and power tools Extensive experience with snow removal, including driving snow plows Extensive experience with construction trades (ie, carpentry, electrical, plumbing) Extensive experience operating and repairing vehicles and heavy equipment Experience maintaining and repairing wastewater treatment systems Additional Information

Position Number:

085220

Compensation Title:

Maintenance Tech III

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday, some weekend work may be necessary

Probationary Period:

Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include:

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program Screening of applications will begin after the closing date. Only applications from current employees active in Banner will be eligible for review. A complete application includes: Letter of Interest

• addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as "Dear Search Committee" or "Dear Hiring Manager" is acceptable. Detailed Resume
• listing education and describing work experience Three (3) Professional References
• names and contact information The Affiliation of the (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer.

UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM's non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.

Testing:

Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation. Employer (UM), Helena College, and UM Western