Maintenance Technician

Details

Open Date 04/24/2026

Requisition Number PRN16985N

Job Title Facilities / Maintenance Technicians

Working Title Maintenance Technician

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 19 hours

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Hours and days will vary depending upon hotel occupancy but primarily weekday evenings, weekend mornings and holidays.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area President

Department 01115 - Guest House

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $15.00

Close Date 06/26/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Basics! The Maintenance Technician – Part Time works in the Maintenance Department at the University Guest House & Conference Center, the hotel on campus; this person reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. Providing outstanding guest service to guests as well as Guest House employees is imperative to supporting our mission of “Complete Guest Satisfaction”.

Be flexible! This position must prioritize and change the course of action on the fly. Must have a positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of the team but also be able to self-motivate and manage time well when working alone. Candidates should be open to working weekend and evening shifts.

Safety First! We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This means stretching, safety tips, and yes… following the rules. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, stand/walk for long periods/distances, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach. A demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance and related tool safety; the ability to safely set up and climb ladders; and a valid Utah driver’s license are preferred but not required for this entry level position.

Do it all! Maintenance team members must demonstrate human relations and effective communication skills; perform routine maintenance including minor carpentry repair work, lock changes, and electrical work. Paints walls, doors, and other exposed surfaces as necessary. Follows Supervisor’s instructions to ensure work orders are completed timely. Conducts routine checks on machinery to determine maintenance required for proper operation. Transports supplies and equipment as needed. Assists in maintaining tools and equipment. May include janitorial services.

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Responsibilities

Maintenance team members:

1. Demonstrate human relations and effective communication skills.

2. Perform routine maintenance including minor carpentry repair work, basic plumbing, and electrical work.

3. Paint walls, doors, and other exposed surfaces as necessary.

4. Follow Supervisor’s instructions to ensure work is completed in a completed timely manner.

5. Conduct routine checks on machinery to determine maintenance required for proper operation.

6. Transport supplies and equipment as needed.

7. Assist in maintaining tools and equipment.

8. May include janitorial services.

9. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, stand/walk for long periods/distances, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.

Requires little to no related experience.

This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track.

Job Code: S22621

Grade: S11

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Facilities / Maintenance Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Preferences

Some maintenance and customer service experience is preferred. Valid Utah drivers license preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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