Seasonal TURN Help Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

University Partners•State College, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University Partners is a student housing management company focused on delivering well-maintained communities, responsive service, and a positive resident experience. Our maintenance teams play a critical role in keeping our communities safe, clean, and operating at a high standard. Are you hands-on, dependable, and ready to make an immediate impact? We are seeking a Temporary Seasonal Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day maintenance operations of our community. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping a property running smoothly through service request completion, unit turns, inspections, and overall grounds upkeep. The right candidate will be proactive, team-oriented, and committed to helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-kept environment for residents and staff. The Maintenance Technician supports the daily maintenance operations of the community, including service requests, unit turns, inspections, and grounds upkeep. Depending on community size, this role may report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor or work alongside an Assistant Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements

Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and basic construction
General mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn
Strong customer service, communication, and listening skills
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Effective time management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Professional demeanor and positive attitude
Must have own basic maintenance tools
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and lift or carry heavy loads
Availability for weekends, overtime, and on-call rotations as required
High school diploma or GED required
1–3 months of related maintenance experience or training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
HVAC certification as required by local regulations
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

Responsibilities

Provide excellent service to residents, guests, employees, and contractors
Complete routine service requests within 24 hours, as directed
Maintain the overall cleanliness and condition of the community
Support unit turns, make-ready preparation, and move-in readiness
Maintain the maintenance shop according to company policy
Communicate maintenance issues and concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager
Assist with additional tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
Meet daily with the Maintenance Supervisor to review work orders and assignments
Complete assigned work orders and document completion per policy
Walk common areas daily prior to 9:00 AM to identify maintenance, safety, or cleanliness issues
Perform peak-day trash pickup and breezeway cleanliness checks as directed
Spot clean model units and vacant units daily
Change locks and complete key change-outs as scheduled and documented
Maintain accurate timekeeping and obtain approval prior to working overtime
Participate in on-call rotation during non-business hours, as required
Support pool maintenance and chemical logging per local code when applicable
Monitor maintenance inventory and notify the Maintenance Supervisor of supply needs
Provide weekend coverage per established schedules
Perform preventative maintenance tasks per the monthly maintenance calendar
Complete scheduled inspections including breezeway, safety, trip hazard, and car checks
Attend monthly safety meetings and follow all safety policies and procedures
Assist with quarterly unit inspections and HVAC filter replacements
Maintain required OSHA, EPA, and MSDS logs as directed
Support equipment inventory verification and report missing or damaged items
Assist vendors during unit turns and communicate progress or concerns
Complete unit punch lists as directed
Ensure units meet readiness standards prior to move-in