Facilities Repair Worker - Advanced - University Center - 13167

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INTRODUCTION:

The James R. Connor University Center in the Division of Student Affairs seeks a Facilities Repair Worker­ Advanced.

JOB DUTIES:

This position is responsible for maintenance of the University Center, Drumlin and Esker Dining Halls and the Moraine Bookstore. Duties include all non-mechanical maintenance as outlined in goals and worker activities. This position is under the direct supervision of the Building and Grounds Superintendent. This position is classified at level 2 for risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. Normal shift is Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

75% A. General Preventative, corrective, and response maintenance within assigned buildings.

A1. Perform carpentry and wood working duties as required to maintain furniture, equipment, and fabrication needs.

A2. Repair or replace flooring as needed. This includes vinyl tile, ceramic, and wood floors including base.

A3. Repair and maintain all shop equipment required for use.

A4. Perform all services necessary to install fixtures, artwork and signage as required.

A5. Order and maintain supply level of materials and tools to meet shop needs.

A6. Perform maintenance on building exteriors, (i.e., broken brick, seal openings, tuck point mortar joints, install glass and other items which require repair, etc.).

A7. Maintain doors and door hardware, dulls, hold opens, crash bars, closers, stops, and frames as required. This includes installation of new wood or metal doors and hinges.

A8. Assist, as required, other personnel or trades as directed or as mission needs dictate.

A9. Install new ceiling grid and tile as required.

A10. Repair wallpaper, carpet hanging, and plastic wall cover as required. This includes corner guards.

A11. Daily supervision of student work crew.

A12. Maintain all garden areas of assigned buildings.

A13. Snow removal of assigned buildings.

A14. Perform other duties as assigned.

15% B. Project Work

B1. Layout and construct walls/partitions as necessary.

B2. Install and finish dry wall including taping, finishing and painting.

B3. Construct fences/ barriers as needed.

B4. Perform other duties as assigned.

10% C. Administrative

C1. Estimate materials need for projects/ repairs.

C2. Maintain state issued credit cards per campus/ department policies.

C3. Complete paperwork properly and in a timely manner.

C4. Will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. Ability to communicate effectively with campus stakeholders
2. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
3. Ability to demonstrate an acceptable degree of skill in the areas listed above
4. Ability to maintain a safe/ organized work environment
5. Ability to work collaboratively with students, the general public, contractors, and UC-Whitewater staff
6. Ability to climb ladders and work above head and shoulders
7. Ability to lift, carry 50 pounds

Desired:

1. Landscape maintenance experience
2. Commercial painting experience
3. Grounds equipment operation/ maintenance experience

SPECIAL NOTES:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a regional comprehensive university with an enrollment of more than 12,000 students. UW-Whitewater has reached record enrollment four of the last five years and offers 50 majors in four colleges. UW-Whitewater also offers 15 master's degree programs and recently added a Doctorate of Business Administration. UW-Whitewater students achieve excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. In the 2014-15 Academic Year, UW-Whitewater was the first university in NCAA history at any level to win national championships in football, basketball and baseball in a single year. The campus offers more than 200 student organizations and is a vital economic engine for southeastern Wisconsin. UW- Whitewater is situated on 400 acres of land and has an annual budget of more than $219 million. - See more at: http://www.uww.edu/news

UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 14,622 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s. 230.275, WI Stats. Ask the Human Resources contact listed on any job announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. Current State of Wisconsin employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans.

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants for positions may indicate in writing that his or her identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statues 19.36 (7)(a).

UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-W Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications received by JULY 3, 2017 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding the position please contact:

Rhonda Jones
University Services Program Associate
262-472-1438
jonesr@uww.edu

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

• Online Application
• Resume
• 3 Professional References

Who are you?

The job id is: 13167

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