Maintenance Technician

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Housing maintains a variety of residence facilities by performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks. The role supports plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting needs to keep living spaces safe, clean, and functional for residents.

The entry-level position may require foundational knowledge across trades and the ability to work independently or with a team to respond to service requests and preventive maintenance while complying with safety codes.

Qualifications

• Equivalency: 1 year of higher education may substitute for 1 year of related work experience.
• Facilities / Maintenance Technician II requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Experience with general maintenance and repair techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance and repairs on housing facilities, equipment, and furnishings.
• Assists in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry upkeep.
• Conducts regular inspections to identify safety concerns and maintenance needs.
• Completes work orders and preventive maintenance tasks promptly and professionally.
• Maintains tools, materials, and equipment in good working condition.
• Ensures compliance with university safety standards and codes.
• Provides excellent customer service to residents and staff.
• Participates in after-hours or emergency on-call rotations; regular schedule Mon–Fri 8:00–4:30 and rotating on-call 12:30–21:00 / 21:30–08:00.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Valid Utah driver license

Education

Education substitution policy

Tools

Maintenance management system

Job description

Facilities / Maintenance Technicians

The Housing Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and construction tasks to support the operation and upkeep of University Housing facilities. The position ensures that building systems, equipment, and furnishings remain safe, clean, and functional to provide a high-quality living environment for residents.

Job Summary

This is an entry-level position that requires foundational knowledge in multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general building maintenance. The incumbent works independently or as part of a team to perform preventive maintenance, respond to service requests, and assist in maintaining compliance with applicable safety and building codes. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined below.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance and repairs on housing facilities, equipment, and furnishings.


• Assists in the installation, repair, and upkeep of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry systems.


• Conducts regular inspections of assigned areas to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.


• Completes work orders and preventive maintenance tasks in a timely and professional manner.


• Maintains tools, materials, and equipment in good working condition.


• Ensures compliance with university safety standards, procedures, and applicable codes.


• Provides excellent customer service to residents and university staff.


• Maintenance techs participate in after-hours or emergency on-call rotations. Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule, which includes an extended shift from 12:30 p.m. to 9:0\u00a0p.m. and responsibility for responding to after-hours maintenance calls via an on-call phone from 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Rotations ensure 24-hour maintenance coverage for University Housing facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Facilities / Maintenance Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferences

• One (1) year of related experience demonstrating knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (one year of education may substitute for two years of related work experience).


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work from step ladders or scaffolding as required.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.


• A valid Utah driver's license may be required depending on departmental needs.


• Experience working in a housing, residential life, or higher education environment.


• Basic knowledge of building systems including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.


• Demonstrated ability to use maintenance management systems or electronic work order platforms.

Special Instructions

• Requisition Number: PRN46520B


• Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time


• Work Schedule Summary: Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule, which includes an extended shift from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and responsibility for responding to after-hours maintenance calls via an on-call phone from 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Rotations ensure 24-hour maintenance coverage for University Housing facilities


• Department: 00307 - Housing and Dining Program


• Location: Campus


• Pay Rate Range: 18.30/hr


• Close Date: 01/16/2027


• Open Until Filled