Maintenance Mechanic

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Job Summary:

Maintains building systems and equipment within assigned building or group of buildings.

ABOUT THE JOB:         Maintenance Mechanic

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

·       Experience with preventative maintenance procedures.

·       Basic plumbing and electrical skills.

·       Capable of working with Microsoft Office or similar software.

Preferred

·       Ability to use smartphone and/or tablet i.e. (iPad)

·       Customer service experience in responding  to repair services.

Work Type: Full Time

This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated work location.

Work Schedule:

M-F 7:00am-3:30pm

Salary:

Minimum $19.00/hour

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Facilities Management is comprised of Building Maintenance and Grounds, Custodial Services, Heating Plant, Administration, and Facilities Planning and Engineering. The campus is comprised of 2.4 million square feet on approximately 135 acres including 55 buildings of which 22 are academic/research, 12 support services and 21 for university housing. The campus has its own utilities of steam, chilled water, data, and electricity.

TO APPLY

Go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Applicants will need to complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Required application materials:

1. Cover letter*
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

To ensure consideration complete applications must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on August 27, 2023. Applications submitted after this may be reviewed until the position is filled.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair: Mark Eickstaedt

Email: eickstaedtm@uwstout.edu

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:

Search Coordinator: Alexandra Bates

Phone: 715-232-2438

Email: batesa@uwstout.edu

For information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community. 

Facts and data about the university:  https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/meet-our-leadership/institutional-accreditation/fact-book

The hourly rate for this position is based on experience and available budget.  A six-month probationary period is required.  The UW System provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan.

·       Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff21.pdf 

·       Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/

All qualified candidates meeting application requirements will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against. As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. UW-Stout provides equal opportunity to all persons and is committed to inclusive excellence. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate¿s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources team.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing an essential job function test and reference check process. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the UW System and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149. 

In response to a public records request, the University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

Job Family: Staff