Universities of Wisconsin
Facilities Technician III
Universities of Wisconsin, River Falls, Wisconsin, United States, 54022
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Position Title: Facilities Technician III
Job Category: University Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Facilities Technician III
Job Duties: Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed This position will be primarily building maintenance but will also occasionally support the facilities team on grounds maintenance and assist intermittently with custodial support. This position will primarily perform facilities work at the Falcon Center complex but will occasionally work with the facilities team on other campus buildings. 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 Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed 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 Department:
Facilities Maintenance
Compensation:
The pay rate is $25.50 per hour.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma. Work experience in building maintenance, 2 years minimum. Knowledge of building and facilities maintenance methods, practices, and techniques Analytical skills necessary to diagnose and correct failures in equipment and related systems. Ability to engage in all job-related customer service interactions and activities with contacts from within and outside the University in a courteous and professional manner. Ability for timely communication with styles that are approachable and respectable Engage in active listening Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively organize work to be productive. Ability to perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision. Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics Ability to maintain a valid driver's license that permits Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles Must have sufficient physical flexibility to stoop, crawl under equipment and other low spaces to perform preventive maintenance tasks. Must be physically able to lift your arms above your head in order to reach equipment Ability to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights above 30 feet to reach equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs. Ability to enter, exit, and perform duties in confined spaces occasionally. Ability to utilize a computer for Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, and Word Successful completion of a post-offer employment physical test. How to Apply:
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before August 3, 2025.
The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver's license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
A six-month probationary period is required.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Contact Information:
Inquiries should be addressed to: Joshua Schram
Search Chair
joshua.schram@uwrf.edu
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF's Title IX Coordinator at
titleix@uwrf.edu ; the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see
uwrf.edu/titleIX .
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at
https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm
or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Reasonable Accommodations
UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.
EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Position Title: Facilities Technician III
Job Category: University Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Facilities Technician III
Job Duties: Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed This position will be primarily building maintenance but will also occasionally support the facilities team on grounds maintenance and assist intermittently with custodial support. This position will primarily perform facilities work at the Falcon Center complex but will occasionally work with the facilities team on other campus buildings. 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 Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed 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 Department:
Facilities Maintenance
Compensation:
The pay rate is $25.50 per hour.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma. Work experience in building maintenance, 2 years minimum. Knowledge of building and facilities maintenance methods, practices, and techniques Analytical skills necessary to diagnose and correct failures in equipment and related systems. Ability to engage in all job-related customer service interactions and activities with contacts from within and outside the University in a courteous and professional manner. Ability for timely communication with styles that are approachable and respectable Engage in active listening Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively organize work to be productive. Ability to perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision. Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics Ability to maintain a valid driver's license that permits Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles Must have sufficient physical flexibility to stoop, crawl under equipment and other low spaces to perform preventive maintenance tasks. Must be physically able to lift your arms above your head in order to reach equipment Ability to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights above 30 feet to reach equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs. Ability to enter, exit, and perform duties in confined spaces occasionally. Ability to utilize a computer for Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, and Word Successful completion of a post-offer employment physical test. How to Apply:
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before August 3, 2025.
The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver's license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
A six-month probationary period is required.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Contact Information:
Inquiries should be addressed to: Joshua Schram
Search Chair
joshua.schram@uwrf.edu
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF's Title IX Coordinator at
titleix@uwrf.edu ; the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see
uwrf.edu/titleIX .
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at
https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm
or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Reasonable Accommodations
UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.
EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.