Facility Technician III

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Job Category:
University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:
Facilities Technician III

This senior-level technician position helps lead maintenance efforts at a designated Recreation & Wellbeing recreation facility, working alongside the Building Supervisor to ensure a safe, high-performing space. The role focuses on indoor facility upkeep, fitness equipment repair, and building-wide issue response, while also supporting daily operations and team coordination.

As the lead technician at this site, you'll take initiative in troubleshooting mechanical issues, coordinating repairs, and maintaining the condition of facility infrastructure and exercise equipment. The position requires technical skill, independent decision‑making, and strong organizational abilities to manage daily tasks within a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing equipment problems, purchasing repair parts, and documenting work through internal systems. Strong computer skills are essential for managing service requests and closing work orders efficiently. Once trained, this position also supports onboarding and mentoring of new facilities staff.

• Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
• Performs routine and non‑routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
• Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• Receives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities
• Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation

Bakke Facility Services

Minimum $23.50 Hourly

Depending on qualifications the starting hourly rate for a Facility Technician III position is $23.50 per hour. Actual pay is negotiable and will depend on experience and qualifications.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax‑advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Minimum of 5 years of relative experience
• Experience with responding to building‑wide maintenance concerns and performing troubleshooting to identify and address facility issues
• Ability to perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks such as light carpentry, painting, fixture and furniture installation, and general facilities upkeep
• Ability to lead full‑time employees and student staff
• Ability to install and repair fitness equipment, with experience in mechanical and electrical diagnostics
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, contributing informal leadership and supporting collaborative problem‑solving

• Schedule:
  
  Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (flexible based on operational needs). On an occasional basis, exercise flexibility to work evening or weekend hours.
• Work Location:
  
  Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center
• Physical Demands:
  Extended standing; lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. occasionally

H.S. Diploma, Preferred Minimum

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload a current resume.

Cameron Theisen, cameron.theisen

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