POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT NO.
16-08US159
JOB OPENING ID: 11755
Position: Facilities Maintenance Specialist
Department: Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES)
Classification: Facilities Maintenance Specialist (76101)
Pay Schedule-range: 03-12, minimum $15.32, based on qualifications and experience
Work Location: Sunset Lodge, 10186 County Road MM
Shift: 7:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday. A variable work schedule, including weekends and
flexibility on daily duties is required.
Supervisor: Thomas Quinn, Interim Director of CWES
Position Description: The Facilities Maintenance Specialist is a primary service at the Central Wisconsin
Environmental Station (CWES). The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for general
facilities and maintenance. The successful candidate will provide excellent service and respond to
maintenance needs in an efficient and customer-friendly manner. The incumbent will play a critical role
within the CWES team as it will provide feedback to department managers on maintenance needs and
facility upkeep strategies and work plans.
The ideal candidate will possess a background of at least 5 years in a general maintenance role and working
with the public. A variable work schedule, including weekends and flexibility on daily duties is required.
Knowledge of general maintenance as noted below, ability to operate tractors, drive a dump truck and
operation of mowing equipment is required. Strong organizational skills and a team mentality are essential.
For more information, please see the position description.
Department/University Description: In the summer, CWES serves undergraduate students during a field
experience course, and then serves youth ages 6-17 for residential camps Sunday-Friday. During the school
year, CWES serves visiting school groups, adult contract groups, and an on-site charter school.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, part of the University of Wisconsin System, is a leading
four-year comprehensive institution located in scenic Central Wisconsin. Approximately 9,300 students are
enrolled with a student faculty ratio of 20:1 in the classroom. While primarily serving undergraduates
through a variety of baccalaureate programs, UW-Stevens Point also offers several master's level graduate
programs and an applied doctoral degree (Au.D.) in audiology. The 406-acre campus features
state-of-the-art facilities and the Schmeeckle Nature Reserve. The university has a strong focus on
sustainability initiatives and has been named one of the nation’s green universities by The Princeton
Review. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and
staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit www.uwsp.edu for more information about UW-Stevens Point.
Skills/Qualifications:
Required:
- Minimum of five (5) years in a general maintenance role and working with the public
- Knowledge of general maintenance as listed in the position description.
- Ability to operate tractors
- Ability to drive a dump truck
- Operation of mowing equipment
Preferred:
- Strong organizational skills
- Team mentality
Appointment Date: May 15th or shortly thereafter
Terms of Employment: This is a permanent 100% University Staff position. This position will be required
to serve a six-month probation period. Work on three shifts including weekends, holidays, on-call and
emergencies may be required. A pre-employment physical assessment will be required. The position
requires driving a state vehicle and meeting the requirements of driving a state vehicle is a condition of
employment as well as the maintenance of a valid Wisconsin driver’s license (regular, Class D License).
Deadline: Continuous recruitment with first review of completed applications starting May 5, 2016. To
assure consideration, completed applications need to be received by end of day on May 4, 2016.
Applications received on or after May 5, 2016 may be considered.
To Apply: Before you get started with the online application process, we recommend you preview the
frequently asked question (FAQs): Apply Online FAQs (PDF format)
Step 1: Please select the applicable link below:
External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
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Step 3: Submit application materials:
Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting
your application. By clicking on “SAVE,” you can save an incomplete application and return to it
later. Once you click on “SUBMIT”, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments.
Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
- Resume
For final submission, you must select "SUBMIT." Selecting "Save" will not forward your
application materials to the search committee. Upon submitting your application material, a
confirmation e-mail will be sent.
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Thomas Quinn
Interim Director of CWES
Email: tquinn@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-2705
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted
your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Anna Golackson
Email: hr@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4419
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Women, minorities,
veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective
students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at http://www.uwsp.edu/dos/Pages/Annual-Security-Report.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of
the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Employment will require a criminal background check.