Maintenance Specialist

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the completion or coordination of building and property maintenance and
upkeep at multiple facilities. Buildings are to be well kept and general appearance should be inviting to
members and the community. This position will work from the Western Wisconsin and will primarily serve
properties located from Lancaster to Chippewa Falls based in La Crosse. This position may also be
periodically assigned branches in other geographic areas, and it may be necessary to travel to branches
outside of direct oversight.

• Continually maintain building interior and perimeter to ensure cleanliness and security.
• Provide routine building and property maintenance.
• Minor electrical work including bulb changes; coordination for major repairs/projects.
• Responsible for minor plumbing needs and coordination of major plumbing repairs.
• Manage bid process for vendor projects and contracts. Negotiate terms and pricing. Help collate information for Vendor Due Diligence process.
• Coordination of lawn/landscaping care, snow removal services, parking lot maintenance, painting, and cleaning.
• Ensure vendor service contracts are being successfully fulfilled.
• Analyze maintenance/facilities safety needs and make recommendations for action.
• Periodically inspect assigned facilities.
• Creates and maintain maintenance schedules for facilities and systems such as HVAC. Ensures compliance to maintenance established schedules.
• Ensure safety and code compliance for facilities and systems, taking corrective action as needed.
• Makes supply/sundry purchases without prior approval.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of building maintenance, mechanical systems, materials, hardware, and equipment
• Must be able to read and follow instructions, directions, and safety procedures.
• Must be able to respond to and interact with employees in a professional and courteous manner addressing their needs and complaints promptly and timely.
• Must have the ability to work alone and in a team environment.

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Experience with mechanical systems, to include electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Experience with grounds maintenance, care, and equipment.
• Custodial operations and understanding of building codes.
• Experience with maintaining vendor relationships and negotiation is preferred.
• Experience with computer systems a plus.

Must have a driver’s license and acceptable driving record to MCU’s insurance company.

• Must be able to do continuous bending, stooping, twisting, carrying items, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs or ladders, walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities which may comprise this position.