Facilities Technician III

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Position Title :

Facilities Technician III

Job Category : University Staff

Employment Type : Regular

Job Profile :

Facilities Technician III

Job Duties :

This position will work for the Facilities Unit for University Housing. This unit oversees the upkeep of 1.2 million square feet of residential and retail space. The areas are comprised of Maintenance (which takes mechanical infrastructure electronics paint and elevators) and Custodial which keeps our buildings clean and in tip top condition. The unit also facilitates our capital improvements and long-term project planning.

The Facilities Technician III inspects maintains and repairs specialized equipment and facilities to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. They assist with construction design and operational maintenance.

Key Job Responsibilities :

• Assists trades crafts vendors and technical staff with construction design and operational maintenance as needed
• Troubleshoots escalates and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• Receives inspects inventories and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities
• 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

Department : UWM University Housing

Compensation : $23.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications :

A minimum of 1 year of general maintenance experience

Valid Drivers License that meets UW Risk Management Standards

High School Diploma

Physical Requirements :

Ability to climb ladders or steps to access equipment

Must have sufficient vision to read directions diagrams and to adjust equipment

Must be able to lift and carry items weighing over 60 pounds

Must not be affected by heights or closed areas

Must have sufficient physical dexterity to work on under and around equipment

Must have the ability to bend reach and kneel

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Preferred Qualifications :

3 or more years of facility maintenance experience

Previous on-call experience

Previous experience in a 24 / 7 / 365 operation

Industrial technical or HVAC-related degrees or certifications

How to Apply :

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a resume addressing their education / experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications. UWM will not consider paper emailed or faxed applications.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

To ensure consideration please submit your application by November 23 2025 .

Reasonable Accommodations

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

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Employment will require a criminal background the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law 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.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Employee Evaluation,Facilities Maintenance,Maximo,Facilities Management,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,CMMS,Maintenance Management,OSHA,Maintenance,Cordova,Supervising Experience

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1