Maintenance Technician

South University Tampa, FL, 4401 N. Himes Avenue, Tampa, Florida, United States of America

Posted Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:59 AM

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.

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• Medical
• Vision
• FSA/HSA
• Long/Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for daily support and execution of campus facilities maintenance, custodial services and other general campus operations. Incumbent must strive to provide a safe, clean and efficiently operating campus environment supportive of learning and growth. This role requires the familiarity with cleaning procedures, chemicals, cleaning equipment as well as a variety of trades including, but not limited to basic plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical, roofing, landscaping and various HVAC systems.

Qualified applicants must perform as the main point of contact for all campus facility related requests, while adhering to all safety protocols. University philosophy is considered in carrying out duties and responsibilities of position: quality services to clients (students, faculty, staff & visitors); development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.

• Clean and monitor the campus facilities to ensure a safe, clean, efficiently operating and productive work environment.
• Meet with campus vendors, contractors, security and suppliers as directed by Facilities Management.
• Coordinate and execute facilities/grounds maintenance and janitorial needs as directed by Facilities Management, may work alone or with a crew.
• Assist Facilities Management in schedule and organize any service work performed by technicians, vendors and contractors relative to repairs, cleaning and security operations.
• Perform maintenance repairs for basic plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, HVAC systems, roofing and general landscaping.
• Consult with Facilities Management before calling in outside services or contractors.
• Conduct regular building rounds and submit reports to Facilities Management to ensure your area of responsibility is clean and that cleaning and maintenance crews are keeping their assigned facilities clean and equipment in working order.
• Respond to client inquires and complaints. Ensure timely and quality service delivery to clients. Follow up with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Setup group moves and events within campus and set the example by maintaining your assigned area clean and direct cleaning staff to ensure their areas are clean and orderly.
• Maintain office and desk key inventory including inventory control and an accurate list of keys assigned to employees and contractors.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the campus facilities systems and equipment
• Order and maintain inventory of building materials and supplies as required
• Ensure South University standards of performance and safety are maintained.
• Keep and maintain accurate work records
• Other duties as needed.

• High school degree required.
• 2-5 years of solid experience in the maintenance industry preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings
• Understands qualities and uses of all cleaning equipment and maintenance tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations.
• Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.
• Must be a well-rounded individual who can perform on a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks each day.
• Ability to interact effectively as a leader or a team member and work collaboratively with other departments.
• Ability to listen to customers (students, faculty, staff and visitors) and to understand and respond positively to their requests
• Ability to work…