Facilities Maintenance Technician

South University Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure a safe and clean campus environment. This role involves hands-on maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems, while also serving as the primary contact for facility-related requests. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a solid background in maintenance. Join a supportive team dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff alike, where your contributions can truly make a difference in the educational journey of many.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in maintenance, preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily campus facilities maintenance and custodial services.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage maintenance requests effectively.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Resolution

Self-Motivation

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Degree

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Maintenance Tools

Job description

South University Tampa, FL, 4401 N. Himes Avenue, Tampa, Florida, United States of America Req #2731

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

What's next for you is the first priority for us! With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees, South University is a private institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population.

Our 120-year story—past, present and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one support and personalized attention that helps students define goals and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature hands-on experiences that not only shape students’ skills and excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the pursuit of life-long learning.

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

SUMMARY:

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for daily support and execution of campus facilities maintenance, custodial services, and other general campus operations. Incumbent must strive to provide a safe, clean, and efficiently operating campus environment supportive of learning and growth. This role requires familiarity with cleaning procedures, chemicals, cleaning equipment, as well as a variety of trades including, but not limited to basic plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical, roofing, landscaping, and various HVAC systems. Qualified applicants must perform as the main point of contact for all campus facility-related requests while adhering to all safety protocols.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Clean and monitor the campus facilities to ensure a safe, clean, efficiently operating and productive work environment.
• Meet with campus vendors, contractors, security, and suppliers as directed by Facilities Management.
• Coordinate and execute facilities/grounds maintenance and janitorial needs as directed by Facilities Management, may work alone or with a crew.
• Assist Facilities Management in scheduling and organizing any service work performed by technicians, vendors, and contractors relative to repairs, cleaning, and security operations.
• Perform maintenance repairs for basic plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, HVAC systems, roofing, and general landscaping.
• Consult with Facilities Management before calling in outside services or contractors.
• Conduct regular building rounds and submit reports to Facilities Management to ensure your area of responsibility is clean and that cleaning and maintenance crews are keeping their assigned facilities clean and equipment in working order.
• Respond to client inquiries and complaints. Ensure timely and quality service delivery to clients. Follow up with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Setup group moves and events within campus and set the example by maintaining your assigned area clean and direct cleaning staff to ensure their areas are clean and orderly.
• Maintain office and desk key inventory including inventory control and an accurate list of keys assigned to employees and contractors.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the campus facilities systems and equipment.
• Order and maintain inventory of building materials and supplies as required.
• Ensure South University standards of performance and safety are maintained.
• Keep and maintain accurate work records.
• Other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree required.
• 2-5 years of solid experience in the maintenance industry preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings.
• Understands qualities and uses of all cleaning equipment and maintenance tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations.
• Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.
• Must be a well-rounded individual who can perform on a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks each day.
• Ability to interact effectively as a leader or a team member and work collaboratively with other departments.
• Ability to listen to customers (students, faculty, staff, and visitors) and to understand and respond positively to their requests.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to set one’s own priorities.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for lengthy periods of time.

Physical or Sensory Demands:

• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally climbs up to 15 feet with a ladder.
• Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.
• Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.
• Must bend, stoop and crawl and occasionally operate hedge trimmers, pressure washers, and leaf blowers.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or