Student Housing Maintenance Technician

University Partners; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University Partners is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, respond to service requests within 24 hours, and support unit turns to ensure clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents. The role requires knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related systems, plus strong communication and teamwork.

The position involves inspections, preventive maintenance, pool upkeep, and coordination with vendors.

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.

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

Plumbing

HVAC

Appliance repair

Construction basics

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University Partners is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, respond to service requests within 24 hours, and support unit turns to ensure clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents. The role requires knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related systems, plus strong communication and teamwork.

The position involves inspections, preventive maintenance, pool upkeep, and coordination with vendors.