Senior Facilities Technician - Grounds & Field Systems Lead

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a senior Facilities Technician III to help lead maintenance at Recreation & Wellbeing facilities, focusing on outdoor spaces and field equipment. You will repair mowers, UTVs, line painters, and related gear while guiding day-to-day operations with the Building and Grounds Supervisor.

The role emphasizes diagnosing and repairing mechanical/electrical issues, managing parts, and documenting work in internal systems; robotics and automated equipment are part

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relative experience.
• Experience with grounds maintenance and related equipment repair.
• Experience with small engines and automotive repair, welding and fabrication.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical diagnostics and repair.
• Ability to lead full-time employees and student staff.
• Ability to work independently or with a team while providing some leadership.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
• 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
• Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Small engines repair

Mechanical diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Robotic line painters

Lawn mowers

Welding equipment

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a senior Facilities Technician III to help lead maintenance at Recreation & Wellbeing facilities, focusing on outdoor spaces and field equipment. You will repair mowers, UTVs, line painters, and related gear while guiding day-to-day operations with the Building and Grounds Supervisor.

The role emphasizes diagnosing and repairing mechanical/electrical issues, managing parts, and documenting work in internal systems; robotics and automated equipment are part