Maintenance Technician

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

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support housing facilities maintenance. The role covers preventive maintenance, repairs, and the upkeep of building systems to ensure safe, clean, and functional living spaces for residents.

The position is entry-level, with responsibilities that grow through experience in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general maintenance. Regular hours and an on-call rotation are part of the schedule to maintain 24/7 facilities support.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related work experience; equivalency statement allows 1 year of higher education to substitute for 1 year of experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work from ladders or scaffolding.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance and repairs on housing facilities, equipment, and furnishings.
• Assists in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry system upkeep and repair.
• Conducts regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Completes work orders and preventive maintenance tasks promptly and professionally.
• Maintains tools, materials, and equipment in good working condition.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards, procedures, and codes.

Skills

General maintenance

Communication skills

Physical strength

Driver's license

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Facilities / Maintenance TechniciansThe Housing Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of skilled andsemi-skilled maintenance, repair, and construction tasks to supportthe operation and upkeep of University Housing facilities. Theposition ensures that building systems, equipment, and furnishingsremain safe, clean, and functional to provide a high-quality livingenvironment for residents.

This is an entry-level position that requires foundationalknowledge in multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing,electrical, painting, and general building maintenance. Theincumbent works independently or as part of a team to performpreventive maintenance, respond to service requests, and assist inmaintaining compliance with applicable safety and buildingcodes.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform theessential functions of the position as outlined below

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

Responsibilities

Facilities / Maintenance Technician, II

• 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 identifymaintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Completes work orders and preventive maintenance tasks in atimely and professional manner.
• Maintains tools, materials, and equipment in good workingcondition.
• Ensures compliance with university safety standards,procedures, and applicable codes.
• Provides excellent customer service to residents and universitystaff.
• Maintenance techs participate in after-hours or emergencyon-call rotations. (Regular working hours are Monday throughFriday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position also participates in arotating on-call schedule, which includes an extended shift from12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and responsibility for responding toafter-hours maintenance calls via an on-call phone from 9:30 p.m.to 8:00 a.m. Rotations ensure 24-hour maintenance coverage forUniversity Housing facilities.)

Minimum Qualifications

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

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

Preferences

• One (1) year of related experience demonstrating knowledgeofgeneral maintenance and repair techniques, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience (one year of education maysubstitute for two years of related work experience).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work from step ladders orscaffolding as required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A valid Utah driver's license may be required depending ondepartmental needs.
• Experience working in a housing, residential life, or highereducation environment.
• Basic knowledge of building systems including plumbing,electrical, and HVAC.
• Demonstrated ability to use maintenance management systems orelectronic work order platforms.

Requisition Number: PRN46284B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: Regular working hours are Mondaythrough Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position alsoparticipates in a rotating on-call schedule, which includes anextended shift from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and responsibility forresponding to after-hours maintenance calls via an on-call phonefrom 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Rotations ensure 24-hour maintenancecoverage for University Housing facilities

Department: 00307 - Housing and Dining Program

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 18.30/hr

Close Date: 12/22/2026

Open Until Filled: