Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

University Partners; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Partners in Columbia, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, respond to service requests, and keep common spaces clean, safe, and welcoming while delivering excellent resident service.

You will handle repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and other building systems, support unit turns, perform inspections, document work, and participate in safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and related maintenance experience or training.
• HVAC certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and service requests promptly following 24-hour response standard.
• Perform repairs involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, carpentry and other building systems.
• Inspect and maintain grounds, common areas, vacant units, models and amenities.
• Assist with unit turns, inspections, repairs, lock changes, vendor coordination, punch work and checklists.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, inventory and equipment concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance, unit inspections, filter changes and scheduled inspections.
• Assist with pool maintenance and required safety, OSHA, EPA and SDS documentation as directed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, supplies, service records and maintenance logs.
• Participate in safety meetings and maintain licenses and certifications.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

The Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance, completes service requests, supports unit turns, and helps maintain clean, safe, and welcoming community spaces while providing excellent customer service.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete work orders and routine service requests promptly, following the company’s 24-hour response standard.
• Perform general repairs involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, and other building systems.
• Inspect and maintain grounds, breezeways, common areas, vacant units, models, amenities, and maintenance workspaces.
• Assist with unit turns, including inspections, repairs, lock changes, vendor coordination, punch work, and completion of required checklists.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, inventory, and equipment concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance, unit inspections, filter changes, and other scheduled property inspections.
• Assist with pool maintenance and required safety, OSHA, EPA, and SDS documentation as directed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, supplies, service records, and maintenance logs.
• Participate in safety meetings and maintain required licenses and certifications.
• Provide weekend, overtime, and after-hours on-call coverage as scheduled.
• Communicate professionally with residents, guests, vendors, contractors, and team members.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and supervisor instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, and basic construction.
• General mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous property or general maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to remain professional and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must provide personal tools required for the position.
• Ability to climb ladders, perform physical maintenance work, and lift or carry heavy items.
• Availability to work weekends, overtime, and after-hours on-call shifts as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED and related maintenance experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• HVAC certification as required.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.