INTRODUCTION:

ABOUT THE JOB: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (FP106)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required

Mechanical aptitude.

Acceptable written communication skills.

Highly Desired

Experience of ability to use smartphone and/or tablet i.e. (iPad) , computer software, and/or maintenance software

Experience repairing and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Experience in repairing and maintaining custodial equipment.

Experience in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and/or carpentry

Experience in some form of building maintenance

Experience in mechanics

Experience in customer service in responding to repairs

Experience in preventative maintenance

Experience using computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Maintenance management software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Function as a Maintenance Mechanic in the daily operation of Merle Price Commons and University Dining Services. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operation, preventive maintenance and repair of all building systems and related food service equipment. This position is cross trained in building maintenance and food service equipment at Memorial Student Center. Position functions as a lead worker for students, and Limited term Employees (LTE). Use of good judgment for these duties with minimum supervision, the ability to comply with all recognized health and safety practices and the ability to comprehend complex verbal and/or written instructions.

Starting wage is $25/hr. and based off of qualification, experience, and available budget. The UW System also provides excellent benefits package, paid time off, and participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan . A six-month probationary period is required.

• Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguideus.pdf

• Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT INFORMATION

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the University of Wisconsin-Stout Facilities Management is to provide the university and community with the highest quality facilities and physical environment for learning, living, and working, by maximizing available resources and technology.

VISION: Employees working together for service excellence and innovation.

Goals

• Promote a safe, clean, healthy, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing environment.
• Provide excellent customer service. Customer satisfaction is essential to our success, and every effort will be made to serve our customers and maintain our facilities with respect, courtesy, and a positive attitude.
• Promote and provide communication within the University Community.
• Provide employee development, which contributes to excellence in performance.
• Facilitate the efficient and effective management of available resources.
• Provide benchmark and comparative data to target areas for improvement.
• Promote cooperative work among departments campus wide.

TO APPLY

Go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Applicants will need to complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Required application materials :

1. Cover letter*
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

**Applications may be reviewed until the position is filled. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by end of day on December 3, 2023.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair: Justin Krahn

Email: krahnju@uwstout.edu

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:

Search Coordinator: Jason Horzewski

Email: horzewskij@uwstout.edu

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All qualified candidates meeting application requirements will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against. As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. UW-Stout provides equal opportunity to all persons and is committed to inclusive excellence. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources team. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing an essential job function test and reference check process. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the UW System and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.

In response to a public records request, the University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

University of Wisconsin-Stout prepares lifelong learners, ethical leaders, and responsible citizens in an equitable, inclusive, and sustainable environment through collaborative career-focused programs that integrate applied learning, theory, and research. UW-Stout is committed to developing an inclusive community that fosters a rich, dynamic, and collaborative environment in which to work and grow, celebrating the diversity of individual perspectives and experiences.

A member of the University of Wisconsin system, UW-Stout is unique within the University of Wisconsin System--it is named after its founder, James Huff Stout, and holds the distinction of being Wisconsin's Polytechnic University , a designation which highlights our combination of applied learning, real-world experiences, and an integrated liberal arts foundation.

UW-Stout offers 47 undergraduate and 23 graduate degrees, including 21 masters and 2 advanced degrees. The current enrollment is approximately 8,000 students.

UW-Stout is committed to investing in and ensuring access to equitable, diverse, and inclusive learning, student living, and work environments that reflect our regional and global connections.

The UW-Stout campus community enjoys opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration, state-of-the-art facilities, and a modern digital environment. UW-Stout values innovative approaches to solving problems in society and industry and encourages collaboration within and across disciplines and professions.

The university is on a beautiful campus in Menomonie, situated in western Wisconsin, 60 minutes east of Minneapolis-St. Paul on Interstate 94. Located in the scenic Chippewa Valley region with a population base of more than 200,000, Menomonie is a city of more than 16,400, surrounded by lakes, streams, and woodlands. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community

Facts and data about the university: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/meet-our-leadership/institutional-accreditation/fact-book

Job Family: Staff