Facilities Technician III

University of Wisconsin-River Falls; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental, and vision;低

Wisconsin Retirement System employer-m

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking a Facilities Technician III to repair and maintain complex machinery and facility property, and to assist with construction, design, and maintenance tasks. The role requires asbestos handling certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work after hours and during snow removal duties.

The position emphasizes routine inspections, safe handling of materials, and collaboration with trades and

Qualifications

• Read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Use of computer, smartphone, and laptop.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license to drive University Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex 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.
• Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness.
• Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures.
• Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities.
• Must be available for occasional after-hours call-ins weekday and weekends.
• Must be available for occasional assistance to Grounds Dept for snow removal.
• Perform occasional asbestos-related work, including collecting bulk samples of suspected asbestos; containing materials for laboratory analysis and occasionally performing small-scale glove-bag removals.

Skills

Read/write/communicate

Computer/Tech usage

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Asbestos Worker Certification

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:Facilities Technician IIIJob Category:University StaffEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Facilities Technician IIIJob Duties:RESPONSIBILITIES :Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operationPerforms routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanlinessTroubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and proceduresReceives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entitiesAssists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as neededMust be available for occasional after-hours call ins weekday and weekendsMust be available for occasional assistance to Grounds Dept for snow removalOther duties as assignedPerform occasional asbestos-related work, including collecting bulk samples of suspected asbestos; containing materials for laboratory analysis and occasionally performing small-scale glove-bag removals.Key Job Responsibilities:Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operationAssists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as neededPerforms routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanlinessTroubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and proceduresReceives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entitiesDepartment:FacilitiesKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Required Qualifications:Read, write, and communicate effectivelyUse of computer, smartphone, and laptopMechanical AptitudePossession of the required Asbestos Worker Certification at the time of hire or must successfully obtain and maintain within one year of employment. The University will provide and pay for all required training and certification costs.H.S. Diploma or equivalency required.Must successfully complete a post offer employment test.Must hold a valid driver's license to drive University VehiclesPreferred Qualifications:Knowledge of commercial / industrial air handlingAbility to use an electrical multimeterHow to Apply:Applicants are required to apply online at Career Opportunities . UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:ResumeInquiries should be addressed to:Joshua SchramSearch [e-mail] to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before September 27, 2026.Pay rate is $26 per hourThe selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver’s license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.A six probationary period is required.Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.20%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdfUW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.Confidentiality of Applicant MaterialsThe Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).Title IX NoticeAs required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at [e-mail] ; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix .Criminal Background Check and Reference Check PolicyEmployment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at www.uwrf.edu/police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.Reasonable AccommodationsUW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact [e-mail] or 715-425-3518.Academic Freedom & Freedom of ExpressionThe University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression .UW is an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.