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Facilities Technician II

University of Wisconsin Madison
$22.00 HOURLY
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 22, 2025
Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Building and Ground Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for routine preventive maintenance of campus turf. This position will complete minor repair of grounds equipment and completion of landscape construction projects. They will also be responsible for fertilization and pest management of campus turf along with the record keeping for these practices. Responsibilities: Inspects, maintains, and repairs basic equipment and facilities to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. Assists with construction, and operational maintenance as needed. 20% Utilizes equipment to repair and maintain standard machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation 15% Performs routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness 15% Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures 15% Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities under general supervision 15% Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed 5% Responsible for fertilization and pest management of campus turf along with the record keeping for these practices. 5% Performs all necessary snow removal duties throughout the winter. 10% Assists with lawn construction and landscaping projects including soil grading, seeding, and sodding. 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: - 3 years of experience in grounds maintenance Preferred: - Snow removal experience - Experience with landscape equipment maintenance - Experience with position working predominately outdoors License/Certification: Required CDL - Commercial Drivers License Class B CDL Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement Required Pesticide Applicator - State Licensure Commercial Pesticide Applicator License 3.0 Turf and Landscape Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3:30PM 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 $22.00 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The minimum hourly rate for this position is $22/hr, 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: The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. 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 cover letter and resume. In your application materials, detail your experience as it pertains to this position. Contact: Cinthya Canicoba cinthya.canicoba@wisc.edu 608-262-6593 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Facilities Technician II(FP030) Department(s): A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP SVCS/GROUNDS Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 309950-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.