FACILITIES TECHNICIAN I

This position involves cleaning of windows and other glass fixtures. Assist trade workers performing maintenance, remodeling, construction, demolition, and special projects. Operate boom truck buckets, swing stage, DENKA lift, “Genie” lifts, forklifts, Bosun Chair, and other hand and power tools and specialty equipment in the performance of building maintenance and special projects. Maintain custody of Physical Plant scaffolding, staging, and other rental items. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to: maintaining an accurate inventory, inspecting and making necessary repairs, and the delivery/recovery of scaffolding to/from work sites. Work is performed under general supervision.

• 35% Utilizes basic equipment to repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment, and facility property under close supervision to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
• 5% Assists with routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
• 5% Escalates and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• 5% Assists with inventory and distribution of deliveries to appropriate entities under close supervision
• 30% Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
• 10% Sets up and tears down equipment for institutional meetings and events
• 5% Perform routine inspections of Campus Equipment
• 5% Assist with the relocation of Campus Equipment as needed

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Preferred
H.S. Diploma

No minimum years required

Required
Drivers License – Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, 30 minute unpaid meal break
This position may occasionally be asked to work hours in excess of the normal work shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $20.50 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurance and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license, a motor vehicle record which meets UW Risk Management Standards, and maintain ability to drive State of Wisconsin owned vehicles.

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter.
We will also require contact information for three professional references, one of which must be your current supervisor. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.
In your cover letter please describe the following:
1. Your experience with moving furniture, window washing, assisting trade’s workers, and maintenance.
2. Your experience with landscaping, custodial, farm, or construction work.
3. Your experience with equipment and hand tools.
A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists.
In the event you are required to work in or around animal facilities, you will be enrolled in the appropriate medical surveillance program.
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 your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Cinthya Canicoba
cinthya.canicoba@wisc.edu
608-262-6593
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Facilities Technician I(FP029)

A717030-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP SVCS/CAMPUS SVC FRW

University Staff-Ongoing

269859-CP