Maintenance Mechanic

University of Wisconsin - Parkside
United States, Wisconsin, Kenosha
900 Wood Road (Show on map)
Feb 01, 2025
About the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Since its founding in 1968, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside has been a trusted partner for the region's higher educational needs, empowering students to thrive, advancing applied knowledge, and developing talent for the future. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as certificates and pre-professional programs, designed to foster personal and professional growth through real-world and impactful learning experiences. With over 30,000 alumni-nearly 60 percent of whom were the first in their families to earn a degree-UW-Parkside reflects and celebrates the vibrant diversity of our world. Our beautiful campus, located in the dynamic Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, offers unmatched access to world-class internships, professional networks, and endless career-building opportunities, placing students at the center of it all. At UW-Parkside, faculty and staff enjoy a supportive, inclusive environment where their work directly contributes to transforming lives and strengthening communities. The university offers competitive pay and benefits, making it a great place to build a meaningful career. Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic Employment Type: Full Time, University Staff, Non-Exempt Reports To: The Maintenance Mechanic will report to the Facilities Manager Pay:$23/hour Job Summary:Our Maintenance Mechanics perform advanced level mechanical maintenance and repair work, maintain and make repairs on plumbing, heating and refrigeration, air conditioning and other mechanical systems and apparatus commonly used in office and institutional building and building complexes. In addition, employees perform preventative maintenance, make repairs and perform minor installations to HVAC equipment. The ability to work with DDC and pneumatic controls is also necessary. Physical requirements: Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding and rooftop access stairs. Required to carry tools and parts often weighing 50 pounds or more. Use ropes and pulleys to hoist tools and parts to installation elevations. Service work involves crawling on, under and inside of air handling ducts which are often dirty and dusty. Worker must be able to utilize hand tools, power tools and equipment while maintaining a safe environment for yourself and others in the area. Proper and safe tool utilization requires dexterity and mobility of hands and arms. Long periods of standing, sitting, kneeling, walking and computer work are possible. Essential Job Functions Essential Job Functions Receives, responds, and prioritizes service requests Monitors, diagnoses, and communicates buildings maintenance operational needs according to established policies and procedures from start to completion Performs scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment Documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation Qualifications Qualifications Required qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older High school diploma or GED Acquire and maintain a valid drivers license within 3 months of hire date Basic computer skills (i.e., email and time clock) Preferred qualifications: At least 4 years of work experience in the maintenance field Experience working on heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems Familiar with HVAC and Building codes Experience working with DDC and pneumatic controls The Facilities Management Department is a key part of the University that ensures the campus roads are clean, that utilities like water and electricity are operating effectively and efficiently, and that our campus is clean and beautiful. The work environment for this position is predominantly indoors. Exposure to dust, odors, moving mechanical parts and noise is common. Salary and Benefits Salary and Benefits Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. Benefit Details:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/ Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/ Application Process Application Process HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday. STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below: External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System) Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System) STEP 2: Submit application materials Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents: Resume Review of Applications Applications received by02/14/2025are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled. You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration. Legal Notices and Important Information Legal Notices and Important Information Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. If the results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if you have started employment, your employment will be terminated. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12) It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process because of a disability, please let us know. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations to a person's disability.