Facilities Technician III - Union South

Job Summary

The Wisconsin Union is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for our facilities team at Union South, the south campus living room destination for students, guests, and community members. Union South includes a 350-seat movie theater, a recreation center with bowling and billiards, a two-story climbing wall, a 60-room hotel, an art gallery, multiple dining venues, a pub, and a wide range of meeting spaces.

In this role, you’ll work alongside skilled technicians, mechanics, and trades staff to keep this vibrant venue visitor-ready and operating smoothly. Daily tasks can include anything from clearing clogged sinks and repairing kitchen equipment to installing flower beds, patching drywall, or troubleshooting mechanical issues.

The ideal candidate brings well-rounded building maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Come join the team that is dedicated to keeping our buildings and grounds at their best.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds frequently needed; Ability to work outside in inclement weather

Work Schedule and Location

Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with a rotating weekend on-call schedule

100% on-site

Union South – 1308 W Dayton Street Madison WI

Key Job Responsibilities

• Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
• Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
• Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
• Works special events as required for operational needs
• Receives, inspects, inventory, and distributes deliveries independently to appropriate entities
• Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed

Compensation

The expected starting salary is $24.00/ hr

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)pension fund.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of facilities maintenance experience – detail the types of repairs you completed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience documenting repairs through a work order system
• Facility maintenance experience in a large or complex multi-use facility