Outdoor Facilities Technician for Campgrounds & Cabins

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and holidays

Competitive insurances and savings

Retirement benefits

On-call night/weekend differentials

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Facilities Technician II at Upham Woods, an outdoor learning center under the Division of Extension. The role supports maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment for year-round programs and events.

You will work with a small facilities team to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs, with on-site responsibilities and physical requirements. A background check will be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written work instructions, schedules, safety notices, and equipment operating procedures.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety practices, including handling of cleaning agents and hazardous materials, PPE.
• Ability to perform physical requirements including lifting and staying on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a small facilities team.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes equipment to repair and maintain standard machinery, equipment, and facility property.
• Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries to appropriate entities.
• Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and staff with construction, design, and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues per policies and procedures.
• Performs routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Reading instructions

Workplace safety

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Facilities Technician II at Upham Woods, an outdoor learning center under the Division of Extension. The role supports maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment for year-round programs and events.

You will work with a small facilities team to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs, with on-site responsibilities and physical requirements. A background check will be required.