Residence Life Facilities Tech: Keep Halls Safe & Welcoming

Universities of Wisconsin; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

UW-River Falls is seeking a Residence Life Facilities Technician to oversee maintenance and project coordination across 11 residence halls. You will manage work orders, inventory, and coordinate with Facilities Management and outside contractors to ensure safe, well-maintained facilities and a positive student experience.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, occasional after-hours work, and collaboration with Residence Life staff to support student success and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Three years of maintenance and/or operations experience.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, comfort with public speaking, able to listen and learn, generate trust among various constituencies, and exercise good judgement
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work with diverse groups or individuals and build partnerships; able to operate comfortably and effectively in cross-functional teams through multiple levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to function in both independent and team environments
• Demonstrate analytical, problem solving, organizational and management skills
• Organize work tasks logically and efficiently, demonstrate the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects, and work within shifting priorities and schedules
• Recognize safety concerns and adhere to safety procedures, communicate facility issues, read labels, and follow instructions for proper use of equipment and supplies
• Able to perform manual labor including lifting of up to 50 pounds or more and possess a valid driver’s license
• Basic knowledge of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, group calendar, email, electric files, and able to learn payroll system, and event scheduling system
• Pass essential job function screening

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance activities and project coordination for 11 residence halls.
• Manage work orders, inventory, and equipment distribution.
• Coordinate with Facilities Management, vendors, and staff.
• Assist building control systems staff to ensure proper heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Perform routine inspections and recommend repairs or upgrades.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Work order systems

Vendors coordination

Building controls knowledge

Job description

UW-River Falls is seeking a Residence Life Facilities Technician to oversee maintenance and project coordination across 11 residence halls. You will manage work orders, inventory, and coordinate with Facilities Management and outside contractors to ensure safe, well-maintained facilities and a positive student experience.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, occasional after-hours work, and collaboration with Residence Life staff to support student success and sustainability initiatives.