Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Specialist at the Rice Lake Campus. Each of these positions will have a shift from 6 am-2 pm Monday-Friday with a rotation of every 6th Saturday. There are two open positions available.

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. 
• Identify, report, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems, malfunctions, or safety hazards. 
• Perform preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and machinery. 
• Make repairs to furniture, cleaning equipment and changes to facilities, including minor carpentry. 
• Properly remove/transport equipment and furniture, etc., to storage facilities as needed 
• Facility Repairs: 
• Move walls 
• Painting/refinishing 
• Recovering floors 
• Installing/removing doors, locks, windows, etc. 
• Replace flooring 
• Complete minor electrical/plumbing repairs 
• Recognize and properly apply safety procedures relating to job duties 
• Rectify safety hazards 
• Utilize proper safety procedures 
• Report safety hazards on equipment or facilities to supervisor 
• Utilize appropriate technology for communication purposes (email, voicemail, e-time, office communicator, Akita Box). 
• Perform facility security duties in accordance with established procedures including weekend and holiday building checks. 
• Secure all doors and windows 
• Test and set entrance alarms 
• Test fire/freeze alarms 
• Test and set motion detector equipment 
• De-alarm and open facilities and classrooms as per written/verbal instructions 
• Complete records 
• Perform grounds keeping duties 
• Mow lawn 
• Properly remove snow 
• Properly remove litter from grounds 
• Assist in landscaping, i.e., trees, shrubs, flowers, and hedges 
• Properly apply chemicals, i.e., fertilizers, pest controls, herbicides 
• Sweep lots for outdoor trainings 
• Perform shipping/receiving duties as necessary 
• Unload, distribute or store in proper location, utilizing a forklift as needed 
• Complete, sign, route paperwork to proper authority or supervisor 
• Maintain inventory of consumables 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers. 
• Demonstrate a positive attitude 
• Demonstrate good human relations skills in dealing with internal and external customers 
• Work cooperatively with peers 
• 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. 
• Motors 
• Pumps 
• Vehicles 
• Snow plowing equipment 
• Lawn and yard equipment 
• Air handling units 
• Boilers and heating units 
• Electrical and pneumatic control systems 
• Lighting systems 
• Security systems 
• Any other equipment affecting facilities and classroom instruction, determined by administration and supervisor. 
• 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) 
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, including the tasks performed by Custodian staff. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Degree Required:

• Combination of related education and/or work experience totaling three years
• Post-secondary training or work experience in facilities and equipment maintenance and repair

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
  • Structural
  • 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

FY26 Salary - Grade I - $23.79 / 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

• More detailed information online at https://www.northwoodtech.edu/about/employment/benefits