Building Services Specialist FT

Building Services Specialist FT

Salary

$22.78 - $31.31 Hourly

Location

Multi-Campus, WI

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-05707

Division

Facilities & Operations

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 10:00 PM Central

Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the online application in full and provide detailed information regarding their work history, including duties and responsibilities for each position listed.

• Description
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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 Wisconsins 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 applicants 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.

Health Insurance

• MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
• Low Deductible PPO
• High Deductible PPO

Upon selection, the coverage begins the first of the month following start date. You will have 30 days from your start date to enroll. MATC contributes a generous percentage towards medical insurance premium. Both medical plans include prescription drug coverage at no additional cost to employees. Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the selection of the Low Deductible PPO plan. Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with the selection of the High Deductible PPO plan with employer contributions.

Dental Insurance

• MATC offers a group dental plan through Delta Dental.
• Upon selection, the dental insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
• Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and has an orthodontic benefit for dependents up to age 19.

Vision Insurance

• MATC offers a group vision plan through Superior Vision..Upon selection, the vision insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
• Plan covers eye exam, frames, lenses and contact lenses.

Group Life Insurance

• MATC offers group term life insurance benefits through Madison National Life Insurance Company effective the first of the month of start date and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is based upon the employee's annual earnings rounded to the higher $1,000.00. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.
• Supplemental Life Insurance is also available at group rates for employees, spouses, and dependents to purchase.

Long-Term Disability

• MATC offers long-term disability insurance through Madison National Life Company after 30 days of employment and is fully paid for by the College. Benefits provided are equal to 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings.

Flexible Spending Accounts

• MATC offers two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA

This type of benefit allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars per calendar year for a variety of medical, dental, and vision expenses (for a Health Care FSA) and for day care expenses for children under 13 or family members that are dependent on you for more than half their support (for a Dependent Care FSA) up to a maximum amount.

Retirement Savings

• Regular full-time employees of MATC who are hired for greater than 12 months become members of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)'s pension system as of day one of employment. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employees behalf. Contribution rates are subject to change annually as set by the State.
• In addition to the WRS pension account, employees may enroll in other optional retirement savings plan such as a 403(b) account or a 457 account on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.

Sick Leave

• MATC offers employees a generous sick leave plan per year.
• Each employee may accumulate up to 165 days of full sick leave with an unlimited accumulation of half pay sick leave.

Vacation

• MATC offers a vacation policy to employees for the purpose of rest and relaxation.
• Vacation is earned at a generous rate each year of employment. (Not available for Instructors)

Paid & Flexible (Floating) Holidays

• MATC offers 12 paid holidays for non-Faculty positions and 7 paid holidays for Faculty positions.
• MATC provides two flexible (floating) holidays per employee per year. (Not available for Instructors).

Tuition Benefits:

• Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement and waiver after completing probationary period.
• Amount allowed per fiscal year is 18 credits at MATC or $1,400 at other accredited institutions.

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some College, No Degree
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate or PhD
• Professional Certification or License without a degree
• None of the above

02

Do you currently have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select your preferred campus location(s):

• Downtown Milwaukee
• Oak Creek Campus
• Mequon Campus
• I am willing to work at any location

04

Please select your preferred shift(s):

• 1st Shift
• 2nd Shift
• I am willing to work any shift

Required Question

Employer Milwaukee Area Technical College

Address 700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203

Phone 414-297-6529

Website http://www.matc.edu