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Facilities Technician I

University of Wisconsin Madison
$20.50 HOURLY
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2025
Job Summary: About the Position: This position is a part of our Physical Plant: Campus Services department within the Facilities Planning and Management Division at UW-Madison. As the Facilities Technician I in Campus Services, you will be involved in a large number of duties behind the scenes on campus. You will be involved in the relocation of departmental equipment and furniture from one campus building to another as requested by customers and assist Trades Workers with campus renovations. This position will also transport lifts from our inventory to designated campus buildings so that Trades Workers may utilize them for repairs and maintenance. This Facilities Technician position will also assist Campus Services in providing support set up of Campus Events, including the annual Graduation Ceremonies. This position 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. About the Campus Services Department (within the Physical Plant): Campus Services is a multifaceted department which provides a myriad of services to the campus. Truck Services delivers approximately 300 tradesmen, along with their tools and equipment, per week to job sites all across campus. Campus Mail sorts and delivers over 14,000 pieces of interdepartmental mail per week, along with the delivery of U.S. Postal mail to 37 buildings daily. Campus Services also has a team of Facility Repair Workers who perform functions such as departmental moves of furniture and equipment, window washing, and construction clean-up. In addition to playing an important role in the setup and tear down for UW commencements and other large-scale events, they also provide a table and chair rental and delivery service for numerous smaller campus events. As a flexible and efficient labor force, they also provide support to various trade shops. About the Division of Facilities Planning& Management (FP&M): The Division of Facilities Planning& Management (FP&M) is a full-spectrum service organization that builds, maintains, and operates the physical environment of UW-Madison in the university's education, research, and outreach activities. We are responsible for everything from the building projects that change the face of campus to the flowers that beautify the grounds. Find out more about our Division: https://inside.fpm.wisc.edu/about-fpm/ Responsibilities: Assists with facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, and repairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. Assists with construction, and meeting and event preparation as needed. 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 Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred H.S. Diploma Qualifications: Required: -Relevant Experience (Maintenance, Cleaning, Landscape) Preferred: -Experience with Construction demo/cleanup/labor, Farm Labor, Window washing, Furniture relocation, or Special Events setup License/Certification: Required Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards Work Schedule: The expected schedule is 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. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $20.50 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The minimum hourly 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: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf Additional Information: This position may require working in or around animal facilities on campus. Those working in or around animal facilities are required to complete an annual safety training and personnel medical evaluation form to gain clearance. Some areas have additional requirements for entry, including a TB test with negative results and measles titer test. We will provide trainings that will address hazards as well as how to safely perform job duties by, for example, following signage and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). 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, or a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment. We are committed to reducing bias in the recruitment process and utilize a redacted application process, which is the practice of removing personally identifiable information from application materials before the screening of applicants begins. This may include, but is not limited to, name, gender, age, education, address, dates (such as graduation dates), photos, references, links to personal web pages, supervisor names, and/or citizenship. How to Apply: We encourage you to apply as you may be just the right candidate for this role! Your cover letter or resume is the ideal place for you to share how your qualifications and experience will translate to this position and showcase your unique talents. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). Please note that references will not be contacted without your prior knowledge. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your application materials, detail your experience as it pertains to this position. Contact: Passion Malotky passion.malotky@wisc.edu 608-890-1852 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Facilities Technician I(FP029) Department(s): A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP SVCS/CAMPUS SVC FRW Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 309945-CP The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.