Entry Level Facilities Maintenance Technician

Apartment Maintenance Technician

Join our team as an Apartment Maintenance Technician and contribute to the upkeep and improvement of residential communities. This role involves completing work orders and punch outs for various properties within a 10-mile radius, focusing on carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks. The position operates on a 1st shift schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, with an hour lunch break, and includes a rotating on-call duty every 6 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and punch outs for residential communities.
• Perform carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC maintenance tasks.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and respond to service calls.
• Travel to different properties within a 10-mile radius to execute tasks.
• Communicate effectively and maintain patience while working in occupied units.
• Use a smartphone or tablet for work order management.

Essential Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude in residential plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Ownership of basic hand tools and power tools.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement available).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in affordable housing is a plus.
• HVAC or Trades Certification is advantageous.
• Familiarity with work order software is desirable.
• Residing close to Columbus is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.