Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

University Partners; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Meaningful work

Team values

Job summary

University Partners in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, handle service requests, and support on-site resident spaces with a focus on safety and quality service.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems, assist with unit turns, and coordinate with vendors while upholding company policies and resident experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and related maintenance experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong customer service, communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Appliance repair

Construction basics

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC certification

Driver's license

Job description

Maintenance Technician
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.

Come Join Our Team—Here’s Why!

At University Partners, you’ll join a supportive, team-oriented workplace where your contributions matter. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and make a visible difference in the communities we serve.

• Collaborative and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive pay and benefits for eligible employees
• Meaningful work that supports a positive resident experience
• A company that values teamwork, service, and operational excellence

Bring your energy, attention to detail, and commitment to great service—we’d love to have you on our team!