Facilities Worker

Dunn County WI; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunn County WI is seeking a Facilities Worker to help keep county buildings, grounds, and equipment running smoothly. You will monitor building systems, perform custodial duties, care for grounds, and handle basic repairs in a hands-on, varied role that supports a safe and welcoming environment for employees and the community.

The wage range is $20.58 to $26.99 per hour, with starting pay anticipated between $20.58 and $22.18. Interview dates tentatively scheduled for November 17–18, 2026.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year experience in custodial/buildings/grounds maintenance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitors operation of boilers, air compressors, air conditioning and other equipment; adjusts settings as required. Performs heating and cooling water chemical testing; uses computer to monitor building automation system.
• Monitors and performs building security checks of doors and windows according to rounds, checklists and logs.
• Performs general custodial duties: locks/unlocks, sweeps, mops, waxes, buff floors, vacuums, empties garbage, changes bulbs, washes windows, sanitizes restrooms.
• Maintains daily operation and activity logs.
• Maintains grounds: mows, rakes leaves, removes snow, trims trees, operates lawn mower, attaches/removes snow plows, paints surfaces.
• Performs basic electrical and plumbing maintenance; installs switches outlets fixtures; repairs equipment; clears sinks; repairs leaks; inspects fire extinguishers.
• Maintains safe operation of County vehicles; checks fluids, brakes, tires; checks electrical systems; maintains maintenance logs; schedules vehicle maintenance.
• Moves furniture and equipment; sets up/tears down meeting rooms.
• Assists Facilities Technician as assigned.
• Performs other duties of comparable level as required.

Job description

Join our team as a Facilities Worker and play a key role in keeping Dunn County’s buildings, grounds, and equipment running smoothly. In this hands‑on role, you’ll take on a variety of tasks—from monitoring building systems and maintaining safety and security, to performing custodial work, grounds care, and basic repairs. Every day brings something different, and your work helps create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for employees and the community.

Pay is dependent upon qualifications. The wage range for those meeting the Facilities Worker requirements is $20.58 to $26.99 per hour, with anticipated starting pay between $20.58 and $22.18.

Interview dates are tentatively scheduled for November 17 and 18, 2026.

The following duties are primarily performed and which are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Monitors the operation of boilers, air compressors, air conditioning and other equipment; adjusts equipment settings as required. Performs heating and cooling water chemical testing. Operates computer to monitor building automation system.
• Monitors and performs building security checks of doors and windows in accordance with established building rounds, checklists and logs.
• Performs general custodial duties including locks and unlocks doors; sweeps, mops, waxes, and buffs floors; vacuums carpets; empties garbage cans; changes light bulbs; washes windows; cleans and sanitizes restrooms.
• Maintains daily operation and activity logs.
• Performs general building and grounds maintenance duties; mows grass; rakes leaf; removes snow; trims trees and other plants; maintains the operation of lawn mowers; attaches and removes snow plows from trucks; paints surfaces.
• Performs general electrical and plumbing maintenance and repairs; installs electrical switches, outlets and fixtures; repairs electrical equipment; clears sinks and toilets; repairs plumbing leaks; inspects fire extinguishers.
• Maintains safe operation of County vehicles and equipment including checking fluids, brakes and tires; checking electrical systems; maintaining maintenance logs; and scheduling maintenance on vehicles.
• Moves furniture, equipment, packages, etc.
• Sets up and tears down meeting rooms.
• Assists Facilities Technician as assigned.
• Performs other duties of a comparable level/type, as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in custodial, building/grounds maintenance experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license or the ability to travel between work locations.
• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential for the Facilities Worker to possess.

• Knowledge applicable custodial operations.
• Knowledge of operation of all cleaning equipment and grounds equipment required in the performance of the job (lawn equipment, snow removal equipment, washers, scrubbers, vacuums, etc.)
• Knowledge of all safety precautions, risk management procedures and proper lifting techniques.
• Knowledge of boiler operation, monitoring, documentation and testing procedures.
• Knowledge of the application, use and proper storage of all chemicals used in the performance of the job.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and materials.
• Knowledge of floor and carpet care.
• Basic knowledge of general preventive maintenance repairs/service requirements (plumbing, mechanical and electrical) and mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of computer operation.
• Skill in troubleshooting routine and general maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance procedures of a mechanical, electrical or plumbing nature.
• Skill in using proper techniques in the application of chemical test reagents.
• Skill in using and operating cleaning and maintenance equipment/tools (scrubbers, vacuums, shampooers, hand tools, power tools and mechanical devices).
• Skill in using a variety of cleaning techniques utilizing appropriate chemicals and cleaning equipment.
• Skill in monitoring, documenting and operating boilers under the direction of other properly licensed individuals.
• Skill in using computers to monitor building automated operations.
• Ability to follow assigned custodial schedules and assignments in accordance with department standards and requirements.
• Ability to carry out assignments and cleaning routines under general supervision and direction.
• Ability to assist Facility Technicians and learn various maintenance activities and tasks.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow health and safety procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with department personnel, supervisors and Dunn County personnel.
• Ability to follow Dunn County policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage time effectively, manage multiple projects, and complete work within established deadlines.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

MINIMUM LANGUAGE SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following language skills are essential for the Facilities Worker to possess.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other staff members, supervisors, and community members in written and verbal form.
• English skills (oral, written and comprehension) sufficient to effectively communicate with all internal and external customers.

MINIMUM REASONING ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following reasoning abilities are essential for the Facilities Worker to possess.

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Must have ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.

MINIMUM MATHEMATICAL ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the position (listed above) the following mathematical skills are essential for the Facilities Worker to possess.

• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dunn County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Potential risk of exposure to communicable disease, blood borne pathogens, and other bodily fluids.

Chemicals used in performance of the job pose potential risks for inhalation of fumes, chemical burns and skin absorption. County provides safety and risk management training and equipment, as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical effort will typically require infrequent exertion of objects weighing up to 75 pounds, regular, but not continuous, exertion of objects weighing up to 25 pounds, and/or physical effort will typically require prolonged and frequent exertion of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• This work requires occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds, and up to 10 pounds of force continuously to lift, carry, push and pull.
• Work occasionally requires sitting; frequently requires standing and walking; occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and climbing; and frequently requires reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment involves exposure to materials, equipment and situations that require following safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.