Facilities Maintenance Specialist - Facilities, Planning & Management - 16263 - UWW INTERNAL ONLY

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INTRODUCTION:

The Department of Facilities Planning & Management of at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater seeks a Facilities Maintenance Specialist (Facilities Maintenance Spec-Adv).

JOB DUTIES:

This position provides advanced maintenance and repair work for building mechanical systems in the department of Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M). The Facilities Maintenance Specialist Advanced (FMSA) performs preventive maintenance and minor mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs to air compressors, air handling units, pumps, water heaters and softeners, exhaust fans, emergency generators and other related equipment. More complex repairs and installations are performed by departmental craft workers with assistance from the FMSA. The position works independently, under the general supervision of a Supervisor or Superintendent. FMSAs will also actively participate in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

Responsibilities:

60% A. Perform general preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on building mechanical systems

1. Perform preventive inspections and services on building systems as
2. generated by departmental Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
3. Check and adjust heating, cooling and ventilation equipment and related controls
4. Perform corrective and reactive repairs on air handling and heating systems to include air handling units, motors, pumps, ducts, booster coils, dampers, valves, belts and sheaves, etc
5. Inspect and maintain related mechanical system electrical equipment including motors, variable speed drives and emergency generators
6. Inspect, maintain and repair low-pressure steam valves, traps and condensate pumps
7. Inspect, maintain and repair pumps, valves, drains, water softeners, water coolers and minor plumbing
8. Repair window air conditioners
9. Alert supervision to problems requiring attention of craftworkers. Assist craftworkers as needed
10. Schedule all work with and through supervision

20% B. Perform as first responder to customer calls in academic buildings

1. Perform troubleshooting function as a result of customer
2. calls or various types of alarms
3. Make emergency repairs as needed to resolve maintenance problems. Coordinate any required follow up through the zone supervisor
4. Participate in after-hours on-call system to provide prompt response to facilities maintenance problems including locks, leaks, broken windows, heating, cooling, and ventilation problems

15% C. Perform related duties

1. Maintain mechanical rooms and shop spaces in a clean and safe condition
2. Maintain power and hand tools in safe working condition
3. Requisition necessary shop supplies and maintenance and repair parts through supervisor. Maintain parts in an orderly fashion, and keep records of their cost
4. Complete work orders and job tickets promptly and completely, to include cost information on parts used. Submit paperwork to supervisor daily
5. Perform work in other campus areas when necessary to cover absences, manpower shortages, or calls for assistance
6. Work with Facilities Repair Workers (FRW) when needed
7. Work with supervisor to establish and modify PM service frequencies and routines
8. Read building utility meters such as water, electrical, and natural gas

5% D. Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School degree or equivalent
• A Valid Wisconsin Driver's License required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of cooling, heating, and venting equipment and controls
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and supervision
• Ability to be on-call and perform emergency duties
• Knowledge of utility meters (water, electrical, and natural gas)
• Knowledge of proper tools to be used for troubleshooting, maintenance, modifications, repairs, and preventive maintenance of valve operators, damper operators, solenoid, motor, thermostats, compressors, heating and cooling systems, etc
• Ability to calibrate thermostats and adjust air damper
• Ability to interpret blueprints and complex schematic diagrams, to devise and implement proper repairs or adjustments to systems
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Main Campus and Rock County Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. 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 veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their 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 final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per UPS Operation Policy: TC1, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

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-Whitewater 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.

To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.

SPECIAL NOTES:

UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U’s LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in Spring 2020. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by February 10, 2020 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. 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 unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Dale Blackwell
Maintenance/ Repair Supervisor
262-472-1320
blackwed@uww.edu

HOW TO APPLY:

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

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Three Professional/Supervisory References with contact information

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