Maintenance Specialist (full-time/2080 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech Superior Campus

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Specialist at the Superior Campus.

Under the direction and supervision of the Facility Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of tasks required to maintain a clean and safe campus environment. The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for building operations, building/equipment/vehicle repairs, troubleshooting and repair operational systems and equipment.

Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech's Values:
• Collaboration - Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
• Innovation - Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
• Excellence - Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
• Community - Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
• Support - Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
• Integrity - Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
• Respect - Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, and machinery for signs of wear or damage.
• Perform preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and machinery.
• Make repairs to furniture, cleaning equipment and changes to facilities, including minor carpentry.
• Recognize and properly apply safety procedures relating to job duties
• Utilize appropriate technology for communication purposes (email, voicemail, e-time, office communicator, Akita Box).
• Perform facility security duties in accordance with established procedures including rotating holiday building checks, if needed.
• Perform light grounds keeping duties
• Perform shipping/receiving duties as necessary
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
• Project appropriate image in accordance with dress guidelines
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a preventative maintenance program. Identify, report, and take action to solve mechanical problems, malfunctions, or safety hazards.
• Properly maintain, repair, adjust and operate equipment.
• Program and operate computerized operational systems related to facility/energy management, including troubleshooting of systems.
• Comply with college guidelines, policies, and procedures in performance of job duties (i.e., forklift training, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials)
• Other duties as assigned

Experience & Degree Required:

• One of the following educational/experience combinations:
• Associate degree in a related field; or
• High school diploma plus three additional years of related work experience in place of the associate degree.
• Three years of related work experience (required for both options)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds; bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders on a repetitive basis
• Ability to understand technical specifications, blueprints, and manuals
• Ability to understand automatic controls, including testing and monitoring
• Knowledge and skill in trouble-shooting facilities maintenance operations and installation/repair of the following systems:
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Mechanical
• HVAC/R
• Ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to obtain driver's license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy

FY27 Salary - Grade I - $24.65 / hour

Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Long Term/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Wisconsin Retirement System
403(b)/457(b) Retirement Savings
Paid Holidays
Paid Leave