University - Maintenance Technician; Lakeshore

Overview

Department Overview:
Division of University Housing is committed to demonstrating our Core Values:
Care in how we approach people and our work;
Creativity in solving problems;
Integrity in our interactions with staff and customers;
Optimism , focusing on opportunities and positive outcomes;
Respect for the differences, strengths, and potential in people;
Stewardship of human, financial and natural resources; and
Excellence in customer satisfaction and communication.

Anticipated Start Date

1/26/26

Anticipated Hours Per Week

5 hours/week required, 10 hours/week preferred

Academic Year

• Flexible Scheduling based on your academic availability and operational need.
• 5 hours a week required, 10 hours per week preferred.
• Shifts available between 7:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, some weekend hours as operationally needed.
• Shifts are a minimum of 3 hours.

Summer

• 25-40 hours per week, positions based on availability & operational need, flexible scheduling options may be available, schedule will be set upon hire.
• Shifts available 7:00AM-4:30PM Monday-Friday, some overtime may be available on weekends.
• Seasonal
  :
  This position is considered seasonal during the summer months and is exempt from the 89-day rule in regard to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Hours worked may exceed 30 hours/week during the summer months.

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $15.00 to $15.00

Number Of Positions

2

Maintenance Technicians work with University Housing Facilities staff to complete repairs in University Housing buildings. They assist with maintenance of mechanical equipment, complete small repairs, architectural building components, and assist with grounds work, while providing excellent customer service.

• Assist in minor and major maintenance of mechanical equipment, architectural building components and grounds. Gather equipment data from various Housing facilities.
• Independently perform, as well as assist other student and career staff in completing:
  • Moving, installation, storage, and removal of window air conditioners as required
  • Troubleshooting various maintenance issues
  • Preparing rooms for residents and guests, including minor room repairs and general maintenance
• Working as a team with other Maintenance staff in performance of maintenance projects, including cleaning of air conditioners, cleaning of drier vents, repairing of window screens, and other maintenance work as assigned
• Participate in general project work, including equipment moving, storage room clean-outs, hauling of trash and scrap to recycling areas, moving of bicycle racks
• Perform basic and planned maintenance on equipment in buildings including: various food service equipment, air handling units, exhaust fans, light fixtures, doors, hardware, etc.; assemble various carts and shelving units; move equipment and supplies between facilities as needed
• Work both independently as well as collaboratively when assisting other mechanics as needed
• Work collaboratively with Maintenance and Trades Worker Lead to inspect work areas
• Report safety, security and damage problems to Supervisor and assist Maintenance Staff as needed; follow procedures to maintain worker safety and building security
• Be professional and helpful at all times, communicate clearly and accurately, report building maintenance issues, follow-up with customers as needed
• Communicating with a large, diversified staff both verbally and via email as needed
• Monitoring and handling work orders using a computer-based maintenance program
• Gather equipment data from various Housing facilities
• Perform special projects as needed
• Participate and attend all Maintenance Team meetings and trainings
• Summer specific duties:
  • Assist lead workers and mechanics in work in unoccupied spaces including, vent cleaning, filter replacements, smoke detector battery replacements, and fixture updates
  • Prep work areas for others, including moving equipment and supplies to the appropriate locations
  • Conduct building assessments for repairs and updates between occupancy

Qualifications:

• Must be able to regularly lift objects weighing approximately 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in warm and humid spaces.
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and squat to perform work.
• Experience using various hand tools is preferred
• Familiarity with University Housing operation preferred.
• A valid, unrestricted driver’s license which meets UW Risk Management standards is preferred.
• Satisfactory results of a confidential criminal background check are required.

Physical Demands

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• To apply, go to  and submit your online application, includingsupplemental questions
• Final date to receive applications is Sunday, January 18, 2026 11:55 PM

University Housing values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Org:
University Housing

Contact:
University Housing Human Resources

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Email: hrc.edu