Facilities Technician I

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Facilities Technician I is part of the Physical Plant: Campus Services department within the Facilities Planning and Management Division. This role provides behind-the-scenes campus support, including moving furniture and equipment, window washing, basic lamp replacement, and construction cleanup. The technician helps set up and tear down UW Commencements and other large-scale events and provides table and chair rental and delivery services for smaller campus events. The role also supports various trade shops and uses bucket trucks, boom lifts, other lifts, and ladders to wash campus windows and replace lightbulbs at heights of up to 160 feet for window washing and 60 feet for lamp replacement, using proper safety gear.

This is an ongoing, renewable, full-time position at 100% FTE. Hours are generally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; occasional nights, weekends, and holidays may be required. The minimum rate is $20.50 and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Ability to provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of audiences.
• Valid driver's license that meets UW Risk Management Standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with window washing, construction demolition or cleanup, furniture relocation, landscaping, farm labor, special event setup, or maintenance-related duties.
• Ability to work in a small team.
• Ability to perform manual labor and physical work safely and efficiently.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with relocating campus equipment as needed.
• Assist with routine facility inspections and monitor cleanliness.
• Escalate and document issues according to established policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory and distribution of deliveries to appropriate entities under close supervision.
• Assist trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed.
• Set up and tear down equipment for institutional meetings and events.
• Use basic equipment to repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment, and facility property under close supervision to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation.
• Perform routine inspections of campus equipment.
• Perform window washing and lamp replacement at heights using appropriate equipment and safety gear.
• Provide table and chair rental and delivery service for campus events.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• Competitively priced health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts.
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System pension fund.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed