Documents completed maintenance and repairs according to
established policies and procedures
Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs for
equipment, including maintaining service records and
documentation
Order replacement parts and supplies, coordinate with vendors,
and recommend equipment purchases
Provide operation and safety training for equipment to
employees and student workers and recommend safe and efficient work
practices
Department:
Facilities Planning and Management
Compensation:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly wage of
$21.00/hr.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn
more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review
the UW System
Employee Benefits Brochure .
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an automotive shop,
fleet service department, or related setting
- Knowledge of, or ability to obtain, required licenses and
certifications
- Ability to attain UW System driver authorization within first
week of employment Driver Authorization
- Brand specific experience with Bobcat machinery, operation,
troubleshooting & repairs
- Strong mechanical aptitude, including the ability to safely
operate, inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles, grounds equipment,
and hand and power tools
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and
electrical system issues and interpret technical manuals,
schematics, and parts documentation
- Knowledge of safe work practices, OSHA standards, hazard
recognition, and proper use of personal protective equipment
(PPE)
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance, maintain accurate
service records, and manage equipment lifecycle and repair
activities
- Proficiency in basic computer systems for work order entry,
recordkeeping, and maintenance tracking
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate
with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, etc.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to
emergencies or operational needs outside regular work hours
- Basic mathematical skills for measurements, calculations, and
material or cost estimates
- Act as a lead, providing technical guidance, training, and
supporting the ground’s team
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 25 pounds repeatedly, 50‑70 pounds frequently,
and heavier objects occasionally
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including
bending, twisting, stooping, climbing ladders, and working in
confined spaces
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and engage in
strenuous activity consistent with the trade
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities::
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse
socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in
following applicable safety rules and regulations including
necessary training and drills
How to Apply:
Applications received by
September 7, 2026 are ensured full
consideration. This posting will remain open until the position is
filled. The most qualified applicants will be invited to
participate in the next step of the selection process.
Only complete application packages will be considered. This
includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional
references
Contact Information:
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Stephanie Lederman
Administrative Assistant II
262-472-1320
ledermas@uww.edu
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are
unable to complete the application online due to a disability or
system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or
hr@uww.edu .
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other
work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates
must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time
of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment
term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human
Resources.
UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore
STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in
southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class,
affordable higher education programs to more students than
neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin
System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted
to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and
Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and
academic programs — online and in person — from associate to
doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability,
inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately
one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many
areas, especially business and education. The campus and community
embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts
and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship
athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent
of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students
with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee,
Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and
commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both
Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous
visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college
community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area
residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus
is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock
River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus
Universities of Wisconsin (
https://www.wisconsin.edu ).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate
in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In
response to a public records request, the University will not
reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in
writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate
will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System
Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin
Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater
requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment.
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of
employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire,
whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently
under investigation for, or left employment during an active
investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or
sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks,
these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also
be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees
be active participants in following applicable safety rules and
regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime
statistics/annual Security Report, see
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a
paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at
262-472-4660.
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.
