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University Partners

Buys, develops and manages student housing

Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColumbia, SC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), appliance repair, and basic construction.
  • General mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
  • 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.
  • High school diploma or GED and related maintenance experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • HVAC certification as required.
  • Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

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, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Safety Data Sheet (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.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous property or general maintenance experience is preferred.

About the Company

University Partners

Buys, develops and manages student housing

University Partners acquires, develops and runs student housing communities in college markets across the United States. Its investment and property teams work together, using local market data to choose buildings and prepare a business plan before a purchase closes. The business combines ownership with day-to-day leasing, maintenance and resident service, so it oversees both the real estate investment and the experience of students living there. Its development services also support communities as they open and fill their apartments, with operating reviews built into the investment process. University Partners was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
2016

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