From investigating and repairing building issues, installing and finishing drywall, painting, flooring, ceilings, and office furniture repairs to guiding student employees on construction projects ...
From investigating and repairing building issues, installing and finishing drywall, painting, flooring, ceilings, and office furniture repairs to guiding student employees on construction projects ...
Construction Estimators
Appleton, WI · On-site
$52K/yr
Background in insulation, drywall, or similar trades. * Experience with OnScreen Takeoff (our ... the Installed Building Products (IBP) family of companies. Integrity, knowledge, and excellent ...
Construction Estimators
Appleton, WI · On-site
$52K/yr
Background in insulation, drywall, or similar trades. * Experience with OnScreen Takeoff (our ... the Installed Building Products (IBP) family of companies. Integrity, knowledge, and excellent ...
Facilities Painter - 1st Shift - Appleton, WI
Appleton, WI · On-site
$26 - $32/hr
Removes, repairs and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. * Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. * Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other ...
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Facilities Painter - 1st Shift - Appleton, WI
Appleton, WI · On-site
$26 - $32/hr
Removes, repairs and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. * Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. * Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other ...
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Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Field Maintenance Technician
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$25/hr
... drywall, electrical systems and installing fixture/equipment in our stores. * Light janitorial work including but not limited to power washing/lot striping, vent cleaning, refrigeration coil cleaning ...
Removes, repairs and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler.
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Removes, repairs and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler.
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General Laborer
Neenah, WI · On-site
$18/hr
... • Installing drywall • Tile flooring • Epoxy coating Requirements: General Laborer Qualifications and Requirements: • Effectively communicate with people, including account personnel ...
General Laborer
Neenah, WI · On-site
$18/hr
... • Installing drywall • Tile flooring • Epoxy coating Requirements: General Laborer Qualifications and Requirements: • Effectively communicate with people, including account personnel ...
... and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. • Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. • Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler. • ...
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... and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings. • Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting. • Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler. • ...
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Skilled Laborer
Neenah, WI · On-site
$18/hr
... • Installing drywall • Tile flooring • Epoxy coating Requirements: Skilled Laborer Qualifications and Requirements: • Effectively communicate with people, including account personnel ...
Skilled Laborer
Neenah, WI · On-site
$18/hr
... • Installing drywall • Tile flooring • Epoxy coating Requirements: Skilled Laborer Qualifications and Requirements: • Effectively communicate with people, including account personnel ...
Painter II
Appleton, WI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
This includes preparing surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, or smoothing, as well as installing, repairing, and maintaining drywall, wall texturing, and vinyl/acoustic wall coverings. * Maintains ...
Painter II
Appleton, WI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
This includes preparing surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, or smoothing, as well as installing, repairing, and maintaining drywall, wall texturing, and vinyl/acoustic wall coverings. * Maintains ...
Installer/Construction Laborer
Menasha, WI · On-site
$18/hr
Deliver high-quality installations using company-approved methods and industry best practices. * Operate safely and efficiently in a variety of construction environments. * Work inside and outside in ...
Installer/Construction Laborer
Menasha, WI · On-site
$18/hr
Deliver high-quality installations using company-approved methods and industry best practices. * Operate safely and efficiently in a variety of construction environments. * Work inside and outside in ...
Installer/Construction Laborer
$18 - $23/hr
Deliver high-quality installations using company-approved methods and industry best practices. * Operate safely and efficiently in a variety of construction environments. * Work inside and outside in ...
Installer/Construction Laborer
$18 - $23/hr
Deliver high-quality installations using company-approved methods and industry best practices. * Operate safely and efficiently in a variety of construction environments. * Work inside and outside in ...
Painter II
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
This includes preparing surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, or smoothing, as well as installing, repairing, and maintaining drywall, wall texturing, and vinyl/acoustic wall coverings. * Maintains ...
Painter II
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
This includes preparing surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, or smoothing, as well as installing, repairing, and maintaining drywall, wall texturing, and vinyl/acoustic wall coverings. * Maintains ...
Maintenance Technician
Appleton, WI · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude along with basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, drywall repair, flooring installation, window and door repair * Previous ...
Maintenance Technician
Appleton, WI · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude along with basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, drywall repair, flooring installation, window and door repair * Previous ...
Carpenter
Green Bay, WI · Remote
$25 - $35/hr
Install and finish interior elements such as drywall, acoustic ceilings, doors, windows, cabinetry, and interior trim * Perform precise measurements and layout work to ensure proper fit and alignment ...
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Carpenter
Green Bay, WI · Remote
$25 - $35/hr
Install and finish interior elements such as drywall, acoustic ceilings, doors, windows, cabinetry, and interior trim * Perform precise measurements and layout work to ensure proper fit and alignment ...
Construction Foreman Crew Lead
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$30 - $40/hr
This role is more than just driving-you'll also support installers on the ground, communicate with the GC, and serve as the competent person who can direct, lead, and motivate the team. If you take ...
Construction Foreman Crew Lead
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$30 - $40/hr
This role is more than just driving-you'll also support installers on the ground, communicate with the GC, and serve as the competent person who can direct, lead, and motivate the team. If you take ...
Supporting building needs such as plumbing, painting, drywall, cleaning, and general upkeep * Working closely with the maintenance team to resolve recurring mechanical or electrical issues * Ensuring ...
Supporting building needs such as plumbing, painting, drywall, cleaning, and general upkeep * Working closely with the maintenance team to resolve recurring mechanical or electrical issues * Ensuring ...
Carve and build kitchen cabinets, siding, drywall, and furniture * Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements * Build door and window frames, stairways, rafters, and partitions
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Carve and build kitchen cabinets, siding, drywall, and furniture * Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements * Build door and window frames, stairways, rafters, and partitions
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| Aspect | Drywall Installer | Drywall Finisher |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Install drywall panels on walls and ceilings | Finish drywall surfaces by taping, mudding, and sanding |
| Credentials | Typically no formal certification, but experience preferred | Often requires experience and knowledge of finishing techniques |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, new builds, remodeling projects | Interior spaces, post-installation finishing |
| Industry Usage | Commonly employed during drywall installation phase | Works after drywall installation to prepare surfaces for painting |
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$24/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
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Job description
Join a team that helps power the UW-Green Bay experience. As a Facilities Technician III, you will play a vital role in maintaining, repairing, and improving our campuses through skilled construction, remodeling, preventative maintenance, and facility repair work. From investigating and repairing building issues, installing and finishing drywall, painting, flooring, ceilings, and office furniture repairs to guiding student employees on construction projects, your work will directly support safe, welcoming, and high-quality learning environments for students, employees, and visitors. This position also provides expertise in estimating materials, coordinating repairs, assisting skilled trades, and ensuring campus facilities operate at their best. In this hands-on role, you will help advance UW-Green Bay's commitment to student success, sustainability, community connections, and continuous improvement by maintaining spaces where learning, innovation, and engagement thrive.
At UW-Green Bay, we are fearlessly meeting challenges, solving problems, caring for our region, and providing access to education for all who want it. As a Facilities Technician III, you will embody our core values by Advancing Fearlessly, Empowering Success, Building Community, and Expressing Gratitude through service that enhances the campus experience and supports our mission-driven work. If you take pride in craftsmanship, enjoy collaborating with others, and want to make a visible impact on the future of Northeast Wisconsin, we invite you to join a team where Together, We Rise
- Assists trades, crafts, vendors, and technical staff with construction, design, and operational maintenance as needed
- Troubleshoots, escalates, and documents issues according to established policies and procedures
- Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation
- Performs skilled building maintenance, construction, and remodeling work, including repairing facilities and furnishings, directing project staff, estimating and ordering materials, and installing or repairing drywall, paint, ceilings, flooring, and other building components to commercial standards.
- Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitors cleanliness
Facilities Management - Building Maintenance
Compensation:Minimum compensation of $24.00.
This position will earn an additional $0.80 per hour for all weekend hours worked, as well as for all hours worked between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.
This position is not exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Required Qualifications:- High School Diploma or equivalent at time of application
- 2 years of experience in carpentry or commercial maintenance area.
- Must have knowledge of mechanical and building repairs.
- Thorough knowledge of tools, equipment, and safety methods used in the performance of job.
- Basic computer skills including the knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Possession of or eligibility to obtain a valid drivers license upon appointment
- Associates degree or 5 years work experience in the commercial or industrial area.
- Proficient in all aspects of the carpentry and maintenance fields.
- Experience in common cause of mechanical failures, structural and mechanical diagnostic and repair procedures.
- Knowledge and experience welding and metal cutting tasks.
- Strong organization skills and ability to effectively prioritize workloads and maintain accurate records.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Physical strength and stamina to perform required work including being able to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, lift up to 50 pounds, and work on feet for long periods of time.
- Ability to climb and work at considerable heights and/or in confined spaces under adverse conditions.
Position is a full-time University Staff appointment. The work hours for this position will be 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday on the Green Bay campus.
A criminal conviction investigation and pre-work screen examination will be conducted on the finalist(s). In addition, if the final selected candidate has prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct will be completed. A six-month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 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.
How to Apply:
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Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:
- Resume
Application Deadline
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Contact Information:If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:
Human Resources
Phone: (920) 465-2390
Email:jobs@uwgb.edu
The Successful CandidateThe successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.
In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.
Benefit DetailsThe Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.
For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.
UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
Total Compensation Estimator
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. 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 employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
Confidentiality StatementThe University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Annual Security ReportFor more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the surrounding area, see ourCampus and Communitysection. For Campus Safety information see ourUniversity Police websiteand ourAnnual Security Report(for a paper copy please contact the Office of Human Resources at (920) 465-2390). This report includes statistics about reported crimes, as well as information about crime prevention and campus security policies and procedures.
UW is an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified 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.