- Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and
documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and
safe operation
- Identifies, prioritizes, troubleshoots, and escalates system
problems, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs
- Receives, prioritizes, and responds to service requests
according to established timelines and policies
- Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff
occasionally
Department: University Housing
Compensation: $28.85/hr
Required Qualifications
• Professional experience in the HVAC trade and/or commercial
experience with boilers, chillers, furnaces, and air handlers
• Ability to work in various environments without adverse physical
reaction (e.g., within confined areas; extreme temperature ranges;
in hot noisy, dirty and/or dust-filled areas; at heights in excess
of 30 feet, etc)
• Proficiency in common business productivity software and
applications (e.g., MS Office suite, email, internet, etc)
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that may require nights,
weekends, and holidays as dictated by operational need
• Ability and desire to perform a wide range of HVAC and
Maintenance type work in a residential facility (i.e. simple to
complex mechanical problems arise (blown circuit breakers, steam
leaks, no heat, flooding toilets)
• Be able to pass written and behind the wheel forklift training
within first 90 days.
• Ability to meet listed physical requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate degree or higher from a 2-year college or tech school
with a certificate in HVAC and/or similar applicable training as
received in a military service school
• Facility Operating Engineer - 3rd Class License
• Experience with computerized climate control systems
• Carpentry experience
• Plumbing experience
• Electrical experience
• Professional experience in a 365/24/7 operation performing HVAC
and/or maintenance responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to access equipment
• Must have sufficient vision to read directions, diagrams, and to
adjust equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing over 60
pounds
• Must not be affected by heights or closed areas
• Must have sufficient physical dexterity to work on, under, and
around equipment
• Must have the ability to bend, reach, and kneel
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Education: HS Diploma Required; Associate's degree or higher
preferred
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit a
resume and cover letter that addresses how their experience meets
the qualifications of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: resumes and
cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the
application.
In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain
from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of
the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such
qualifications.
Contact Information: Kayla Schamerhorn,
kmvail@uwm.edu
Student Affairs is required to conduct
Post-Offer Pre-Employment
screenings on the selected candidate for this role. Employment
is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.
This is an Evergreen recruitment with an initial review date of
11/02/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted
by 11/01/2026. Applications submitted after 11/02/2026 may not be
reviewed.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to
university policy,
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to
make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a
disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying
because of a disability, please contact
uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
This job announcement and other material on this site will be made
available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a
disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the
prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your
references will be required to answer questions regarding any past
findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending
allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or
call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414)
229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their
start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to
work in the United States and to complete the required employment
eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/HVAC-Mechanic_JR10015882.
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