Student Jobs

The Wisconsin Union, often referred to as the "heart and soul" of the University of Wisconsin - Madison, has enhanced the lives of members and visitors since it was founded in 1907.

• Anticipated Schedule

  Based on your schedule and availability, but ideally Monday through Friday, especially during the summer

• Minimum Hour Expectation

  5 Hrs - Work as needed by Hoofer Sailing Club

• Unit Hours

  Monday- Friday 9-5 Saturday and Sunday 10-5

Maintenance and repair for all Hoofer Sailing Club fleets and facilities including but not limited to: 

• Fiber glassing
• Gel coating
• Welding
• Engine repair
• Sail sewing
• Hardware repair and replacement
• General construction
• Shop and lakefront cleanup.
• Work occurs both indoors and outdoors

• Desire to work in a high-paced shop environment
• Maintenance experience (or mechanically inclined) 
• Capable of working independently and on teams with volunteer and paid staff members 
• Ability to lift 50 pounds 
• Technical skills including fiber glassing, engine repair, welding, metalworking, woodworking, electronics, sewing or sail repair skills are a plus
• HOWEVER these skills are not expected for a new employee.

  Student Status

  To be eligible for the Wisconsin Union positions, you must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or highschool (at least 16). It is not permissible to hire a person as a student hourly employee if they are taking credits merely to be eligible for student hourly employment. Review UW Policy 5003- Student Hourly Employment for more information. If school is in break period (summer, spring, winter), applicants must intend to enroll in courses the following semester. If you have any questions, please email hr@union.wisc.edu.

Please go to the Union Job Site https://union.studentjobs.wisc.edu/ to apply for this job. NOTE: This job is subject to being removed early.