Job Summary:

The Wisconsin Crop Innovation Center (WCIC) is a UW plant biotechnology research facility in Middleton WI. The Center consists of a 100,000 sq ft foot building and contains a 26,000 sq ft greenhouse. The WCIC consists of a team of 35 staff performing scientific discoveries on plant biotechnology and keeps plants and plant cell cultures thriving.
This is an entry level facilities position that will be trained on the intricacies of the building and the research specific components that require oversite, maintenance, and repair. Come and join a team that plays a role in supporting the advancement of the scientific mission of the WCIC, and also provides an opportunity to improve your building maintenance and repair skill sets.
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. 

Responsibilities:

Assists with facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, and repairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. Assists with construction, and meeting and event preparation as needed.

• 20% Utilizes basic equipment to repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment, and facility property under close supervision to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
• 10% Assists with routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
• 10% Escalates and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• 20% Assists with inventory and distribution of deliveries to appropriate entities under close supervision
• 30% Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
• 10% Sets up and tears down equipment for institutional meetings and events

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with performing the following functions:
-Basic equipment inspection, maintenance, and repair
-Operational maintenance or construction activities
-Inventory control
-Setting up and tearing down equipment for meetings and events

Work Schedule:

-Normal hours are 7:45am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
-Rotating on-call schedule to include some weekends and holidays.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $19.76 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The minimum hourly rate for this position will be $19.76. Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf 

Additional Information:

-A criminal background check will be conducted on the selected candidate.
-A probationary period will be required.
-The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.
-University sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:
-Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background.
-Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience.
It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Contact:

Jen Herbert
jen.herbert@wisc.edu608-265-4204
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Facilities Technician I(FP029)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/WCIC/WCIC

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

296924-CP

 

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
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