Facilities Technician II

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health/dental/vision/life insurance

Tax-advantaged savings accounts

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a motivated Facility Technician II for the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center. This role involves performing diverse maintenance tasks, from light carpentry to basic equipment repairs, with on‑the‑job training and a dynamic work environment.

The position emphasizes mechanical aptitude, independent troubleshooting, and collaboration with trades and technical staff.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relative experience.
• Independently perform fitness equipment repair or mechanical/electrical diagnostics and repair.
• Independently perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks such as light carpentry, painting, fixture and furniture installation, and general facilities upkeep.
• Independently troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures.
• Independently receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Three years experience

Independent repair

Fitness equipment repair

Light carpentry

Electrical diagnostics

General facility upkeep

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Facilities Technician II

Job Summary:

Recreation & Wellbeing is ready to hire a self-motivated Facility Technician II with a passion for working on a variety of tasks in different settings and a wide range of possibilities. We are looking for a mechanically inclined team member and offer on-the-job training for those willing to learn and expand their skill set. Working at Rec Well facilities provides a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. This position is a unique opportunity to advance a career at a top-tier school and further develop and acquire new skills, including basic building repairs, light mechanical work, and fitness equipment repairs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

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

Department:

Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center Facility Services

Compensation:

Minimum $23.00 Hourly

The minimum hourly wage for this position is $23.00/hour. The expected actual hourly wage for this position ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 depending on experience and qualifications.

• generous paid time off
• competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• tax-advantaged savings accounts
• participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of relative experience
• Ability to independently perform fitness equipment repair or mechanical/electrical diagnostics and repair
• Independently perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks such as light carpentry, painting, fixture and furniture installation, and general facilities upkeep
• Independently troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• Independently receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities
• Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
• Independently performs basic and routine computer related tasks daily
• Properly troubleshoot equipment and facility issues without oversight

Additional Details:

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (flexible based on operational needs). On an occasional basis, exercise flexibility to work evening or weekend hours.
• Work Location: Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center
• Physical Demands: Candidates must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs., and stand for extended periods of time.

Education:

H.S. Diploma, Preferred Minimum

Contact Information:

Cameron Theisen, [e-mail]

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.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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