OPS Maintenance Assistant

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Florida is seeking a Maintenance Technician in the Housing & Residence Life Operations department. This hourly role covers routine maintenance such as painting, plumbing, minor repairs, moving furniture, and cleaning under supervision.

The position requires strong communication, a customer-service mindset, and a willingness to learn. Safety and professional conduct with residents and guests are essential, with adherence to university policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and flexibility with a variety of assignments.
• Experience in a customer-service oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Background check and possible credit check required.
• Designation as a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX; must promptly report sexual misconduct, violence, or abuse.

Responsibilities

• Assist with painting, plumbing, and minor repairs.
• Move furniture, clean work sites, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Learn repair methods quickly and exercise good judgment.
• Maintain a professional attitude, promote departmental and university policies, and represent the University to residents and guests in a positive manner.
• Use diplomacy when working with individuals of various backgrounds and ages.
• Operate hand tools and hand‑held power tools.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Background check

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Housing & Residence Life Operations

Position Summary: This is an hourly position ($16.00/hour) in the Department of Housing & Residence Life – Operations. The role includes routine maintenance such as painting, plumbing, minor repairs, moving furniture, and cleaning, as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Superintendent.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with painting, plumbing, and minor repairs.
• Move furniture, clean work sites, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Learn repair methods quickly and exercise good judgment.
• Maintain a professional attitude, promote departmental and university policies, and represent the University of North Florida to residents and guests in a positive manner.
• Use diplomacy when working with individuals of various backgrounds and ages.
• Operate hand tools and hand‑held power tools.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and flexibility with a variety of assignments.
• Experience in a customer‑service oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Background check and possible credit check required.
• Current UNF students may not apply for this position type.
• Designation as a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX; must promptly report sexual misconduct, violence, or abuse.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We do not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status. Retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or cooperate in investigations is prohibited.

Immigration

UNF cannot consider candidates who require H‑1B visa sponsorship, regardless of current visa status.