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Seasonal TURN Help Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

Universitypartners, Granite Heights, WI, United States


About University Partners
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.

Job purpose
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.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provide excellent service to residents, guests, employees, and contractors

Complete routine service requests within 24 hours, as directed

Maintain 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

Daily and Weekly Operations

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

Inspections, Preventative Maintenance, and Safety

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

Move‑in and move‑out support: 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

Qualifications

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

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required

1–3 months of related maintenance experience or training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Certifications and Licenses

HVAC certification as required by local regulations

Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This role includes work in office, outdoor, and mechanical environments and may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, chemicals, odors, electrical current, loud equipment, elevated work areas, and confined spaces. The position requires frequent walking, standing, climbing, lifting, reaching, bending, and clear verbal communication.

University Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage qualified candidates with a strong service mindset and technical curiosity to apply.

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