Building Maintenance Worker
The County is seeking a dependable and skilled Building Maintenance Worker to assist with the maintenance, operation, and upkeep of County properties. This position performs a variety of building, equipment, grounds, and custodial maintenance duties while helping ensure County facilities remain safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained.
Key Responsibilities
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Building & Equipment Maintenance
- Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on electrical components, plumbing, HVAC equipment, locks, control systems, and other building systems.
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Perform carpentry, painting, and furniture assembly.
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Coordinate and assist with office moves.
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Replace light bulbs, ballasts, switches, receptacles, and related components.
- Preventative Maintenance
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on operating equipment and building systems.
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Inspect equipment and systems and document maintenance activities and results.
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Help identify potential maintenance issues before they become costly repairs.
- Contractor Coordination
- Coordinate and monitor the on-site work of outside contractors.
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Help ensure contracted work is completed safely, properly, and according to County expectations.
- Grounds & Seasonal Maintenance
- Perform seasonal grounds duties, including snow plowing, snow shoveling, grass cutting, trimming, and weeding.
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Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of grounds equipment.
- Custodial Services
- Clean and sanitize surfaces throughout County facilities.
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Perform wet mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning of furniture and windows.
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Remove trash and recycling.
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Perform specialized project work, including floor stripping, sealing and refinishing, as well as carpet cleaning and extraction.
- Security Inspections
- Participate in rotating weekend security inspections with other department employees.
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Check doors and building security, inspect mechanical rooms, turn off room lights, and identify potential facility concerns.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a hands-on, dependable, and versatile maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping facilities safe, clean, and operational. The position requires the ability to troubleshoot a variety of building systems, perform routine maintenance, work independently, and respond to changing facility needs.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and hands-on work and wants to play an important role in maintaining the County facilities that serve the community.
If you have strong maintenance skills and take pride in quality workmanship, we encourage you to apply!
A high school diploma and whatever combination of additional education and work experience provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. A valid Wisconsin Drivers License is also required.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
At Manitowoc County, we invest in our employees' health, financial security, and work-life balance.
Health & Wellness
Choose from a robust selection of benefits designed to support you and your family, including:
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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Critical Illness Coverage
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Accident Insurance
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Hospital Indemnity Coverage
Financial Security & Retirement
Plan confidently for your future with:
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Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
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Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings Plan
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Employer-supported income protection through Short-Term Disability Income Continuation
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Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
Paid Time Off
Enjoy generous paid leave benefits, including:
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Paid Holidays
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Vacation Time
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Sick Leave
Additional Employee Benefits
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Student Loan Forgiveness Program - working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here: https://dpm.wi.gov/Pages/Job_Seekers/StudentLoanForgiveness.aspx
- Discounted subscription to the Savi Student Loan Forgiveness Program, helping employees navigate and maximize federal student loan forgiveness opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Manitowoc County is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military service, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the Manitowoc County Personnel Department at (920) 683-4063.
NOTE: Per - Wis. Stat. § 19.36(7) Records that would reveal the identities of job applicants must be kept confidential if the applicants so request in writing. However, the identities of final candidates to local public office may not be withheld. A final candidate is an individual who is one of the five most qualified applicants, or a member of the final pool if that is larger than five. If there are fewer than five candidates, each one is a final candidate. Please contact the Personnel Department at 920-683-4063 if you have questions regarding this information or you would like to keep your information confidential.
