Maintenance Specialist (full-time/2080 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech Superior Campus

Northwood Technical College; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Northwood Technical College is seeking a full-time Maintenance Specialist for the Superior Campus. Under the supervision of the Facility Maintenance Manager, you will perform a variety of tasks to maintain a clean and safe campus environment, including building operations, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, understanding technical manuals, and working with electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC/R systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or a high school diploma with 3 years of related work experience is required.
• Three years of related work experience are required for both education options.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to work with mechanical/electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and machinery for signs of wear or damage.
• Perform preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and machinery.
• Make repairs to furniture, cleaning equipment and facilities, including minor carpentry.
• Program and operate computerized facility/energy systems and troubleshoot them.

Skills

Related work experience

HVAC/R knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Blueprints & manuals

Education

Associate degree in related field

High school diploma + 3 years related experience

Job description

Overview

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Specialist at the Superior Campus.

Under the direction and supervision of the Facility Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of tasks required to maintain a clean and safe campus environment. TheMaintenance Specialist is responsible for building operations, building/equipment/vehicle repairs, troubleshooting and repair operational systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values:
  • Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
  • Innovation – Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
  • Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
  • Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
  • Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
  • Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
  • Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, and machinery for signs of wear or damage.
• Perform preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and machinery.
• Make repairs to furniture, cleaning equipment and changes to facilities, including minor carpentry.
• Recognize and properly apply safety procedures relating to job duties
• Utilize appropriate technology for communication purposes (email, voicemail, e-time, office communicator,Akita Box).
• Perform facility security duties in accordance with established procedures including rotating holidaybuilding checks, if needed.
• Perform light grounds keeping duties
• Perform shipping/receiving duties as necessary
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
• Project appropriate image in accordance with dress guidelines
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a preventative maintenance program. Identify, report, andtake action to solve mechanical problems, malfunctions, or safety hazards.
• Properly maintain, repair, adjust and operate equipment.
• Program and operate computerized operational systems related to facility/energy management, including troubleshooting of systems.
• Comply with college guidelines, policies, and procedures in performance of job duties (i.e., forklift training, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience & Degree Required:

• One of the following educational/experience combinations:
• Associate degree in a related field; or
• High school diploma plus three additional years of related work experience in place of the associate degree.
• Three years of related work experience (required for both options)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds; bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders on a repetitive basis
• Ability to understand technical specifications, blueprints, and manuals
• Ability to understand automatic controls, including testing and monitoring
• Knowledge and skill in trouble-shooting facilities maintenance operations and installation/repair of the following systems:
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Mechanical
  • HVAC/R
• Ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy

Salary

FY27 Salary - Grade I - $24.65 / hour

Benefits

Medical, Dental, VisionHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLong Term/Short Term DisabilityLife InsuranceWisconsin Retirement System403(b)/457(b) Retirement SavingsPaid HolidaysPaid Leave

Close Date

11/29/2026