Facilities Technician

Universities of Wisconsin•Menomonie, WI

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Technician will utilize specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation. This position will work in various campus buildings. This position will use and maintain all materials, tools and equipment of trade in a safe and knowledgeable manner. Individuals will need to perform all essential job function accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision. Employee shift is 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years work experience in building maintenance.
Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Positive attitude and adaptability.
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 to communicate promptly, professionally, and respectfully.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively organize work to be productive.
Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license that permits Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
Ability to utilize a computer for Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

Utilizes equipment to repair and maintain standard machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
Performs routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities under general supervision
Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
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
Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness