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Facilities Technician IIIThe Facilities Technician III performs maintenance within the UWM Student Union. The UWM Student Union encompasses five floors and 330,000 square feet, which includes ten dining units, two conference centers, several retail spaces, a recreation center, and an art gallery. Services are also provided for tenants and other departments housed within the facility.This position primarily works 1st shift (7:30AM – 4 PM) Monday through Friday, with flexible or extended hours as determined by department needs.Key Job Responsibilities:Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operationAssists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as neededPerforms routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanlinessTroubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and proceduresReceives, inspects, inventories, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entitiesCompensation: $29-$31 per hourRequired Qualifications:-High school diploma or completion of equivalent educational program (GED, etc.)-Previous work experience in a facilities maintenance setting or evidence of basic maintenance knowledge.-Ability to lift 60 lbs unassisted.Preferred Qualifications:-Two or more years of facilities maintenance experience.-A degree or technical certification in a specific trade.-Previous experience or abilities demonstrated in the following areas:PlumbingElectricalCarpentrySmall engine repairHVAC-Knowledge of HVAC and building automation systems.-Ability to perform repairs on specialized, commercial equipment.-Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, etc.How to Apply:A cover letter that specifically addresses how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, and previous work experience meet the posted required and preferred qualifications of this job is optional but strongly preferred.Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool.The UWM Student Union is required to conduct Post-Offer Pre-Employment screenings on all selected candidates for facility services related positions. Employment is contingent on successfully passing the screening.UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.This is an Evergreen recruitment with an initial review date of 07/31/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 07/30/2026. Applications submitted after 07/30/2026 may not be reviewed.Contact Information:For questions please contact Luke Messmann at MessmanL@uwm.edu

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