Job Details

Building Services Specialist FT

Position Number: 7272285
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Facilities Management

Building Services Specialist FT

Salary: $22.78 - $31.31 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-05707
Closing: 7/12/2026
Location: Multi-Campus, WI
Division: Facilities & Operations

Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled non-journey craft maintenance repair activities and control functions in the physical plant. Performs building and ground maintenance. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and general objectives. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Inspects, repairs, and/or modifies laboratory, shop, or physical plant equipment.
Operates and maintains boilers, valves, pumps, and related equipment.
Adjusts and maintains control instruments of various types.
Operates power distribution panels.
Operates and maintains air handling systems, air conditioning systems, and related equipment, including fans, motors, controls, and pumps.
Operates and maintains sewerage disposal systems, including pumps, motors, and other related equipment.
Assists in the development and implementation of scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
Assists with report preparation, purchase requisitions, budget estimates, and other required documents.
Directs other building service employees in the performance of related duties.
Maintains and tends outside grounds to include mowing, watering, planting, mulching, trimming grass, flowers, bushes, and trees.
Repairs and maintains plumbing, piping, fixtures, vehicles and equipment including company vehicles; lawn and snow equipment.
Sets up and resets designated areas for special events and meetings.
Opens and secures building at designated times for school and special events as needed.
Maintains and repairs indoor/outdoor lighting.
Programs and schedules building control system that controls fire, lighting, and HVAC systems.
Participates in the implementation, practice, and reporting for safety drills such as fire, severe weather, and active shooter.
Assists manager's evaluations of employees seeking promotion.
Replaces, repairs, installs lock cylinders and latching devices.
Adjusts and aligns doors and closers to operate properly.
Leads departmental meetings prepared by the manager.
Attends in-service training, workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education & experience: High school diploma or G.E.D. and Five (5) years of experience in building maintenance and repairs, including at least two (2) years of experience in the maintenance of air handling and related equipment.

Required License/Certification: Valid Wisconsin driver's license.

Competencies include cultivating innovation, optimizing work processes, ensuring accountability, collaborating effectively, demonstrating interpersonal savvy, communicating clearly, instilling trust, focusing on customer needs, being action-oriented, valuing differences, engaging in self-development, and showing compassion.

Supplemental Information

Hours: The position is a 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week), scheduled Monday-Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30PM - 11pm with rotating weekends as needed.

We are hiring for multiple vacancies at our West Allis and Mequon campuses. Available shifts vary between 1st and 2nd shift, depending on campus needs.

Compensation Salary pay rates are listed up to the midpoint of the range and placement is determined based on years of experience, internal salary equity, and a review of the applicant's employment and educational background as listed on the job application.

Application Materials & Requirements:

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form.
An incomplete application will not be considered.

Interviews Selected candidates will be contacted for a in-person Interview or virtual interview.
EEO/AA Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/5391675/building-services-specialist-ft