Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

About University Partners

University Partners is a national student housing owner‑operator committed to creating well‑maintained, welcoming communities where students can live and succeed. Our maintenance teams play a direct role in shaping that experience, and we’re looking for dependable, skilled professionals who take pride in their work.

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll handle day‑to‑day repairs, unit turns, and community upkeep. You’ll work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and onsite team to ensure the property is safe, clean, and fully operational for our residents.

• Complete work orders and address routine maintenance requests (target 24‑hour response when possible)
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and the maintenance shop
• Assist with unit make‑ready turns and general repairs
• Support daily property walks to identify maintenance needs
• Help with key changes, preventative maintenance, pool upkeep, and basic logs
• Rotate on‑call responsibilities with the team
• Communicate any issues promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager
• Provide professional, friendly service to residents and vendors

• Experience with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, or general maintenance
• Strong customer service skills and a team‑oriented mindset
• Ability to stay organized, follow instructions, and manage time well
• Comfort working indoors/outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, climb ladders, and work safely around tools and chemicals
• HVAC certification (as required), valid driver’s license, and personal tools

This role includes hands‑on work both inside units and outdoors, exposure to equipment noise, chemicals, and changing weather, and requires safe physical mobility (lifting, climbing, bending, etc.).

You’ll be part of a company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and resident satisfaction. You’ll have support from leadership, opportunities to grow your skills, and the chance to directly impact the day‑to‑day experience of students in your community.

If you’re dependable, skilled, and want a role where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep our communities running at their best.