About this role
Smartland is seeking a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to support a residential portfolio of approximately 200+ apartment units in Canton, Ohio.
We’re looking for a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in their work, responds quickly to resident needs, and can independently handle a wide range of apartment maintenance and repair tasks. If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to getting the job done right the first time, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do Day to Day
- Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including completing move-out inspections and unit turnovers.
- Respond to resident maintenance requests and complete work orders promptly and professionally.
- Diagnose and repair plumbing issues, including leaks, faucets, toilets, and clogged drains.
- Troubleshoot basic electrical problems and repair or replace fixtures, outlets, switches, and devices.
- Perform drywall repairs, painting, patching, and light carpentry.
- Repair and install appliances, flooring, doors, locks, and other apartment components.
- Conduct routine property inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained common areas and building grounds.
- Track maintenance activities, materials, and inventory accurately in the maintenance system.
- Identify major repairs, recurring issues, and potential safety hazards and report them to management.
- Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with residents, vendors, and team members.
What You Bring
- 3+ years of hands-on apartment or residential maintenance experience.
- Strong working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general property repairs.
- Experience with apartment turnovers, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and prioritize multiple work orders.
- Basic hand and power tools of your own.
- Reliable truck or van, valid driver's license, and current vehicle insurance.
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
- Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.
Nice to Have
- HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certifications.
- Experience maintaining multifamily residential properties with 200+ units.
- Familiarity with property management or mobile maintenance work order software.
- Experience coordinating with contractors and outside vendors.
- Knowledge of building safety standards and preventative maintenance programs.
- Interest in developing into a Lead Maintenance Technician or supervisory role.
Not a Fit If You
- Frequently arrive late, miss scheduled shifts, or fail to follow through on assignments.
- Need constant supervision to complete routine maintenance tasks.
- Leave work orders incomplete or fail to document completed repairs.
- Cut corners on workmanship, safety, or resident service.
- Struggle to communicate maintenance updates or escalate issues appropriately.
- Are unwilling to handle a variety of maintenance responsibilities in a fast-paced residential environment.
Why Join Smartland?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your technical skills and advance within Smartland.
- Supportive Culture: Work with a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, accountability, and teamwork.
- Stability: Join an established and growing property management company with a residential portfolio across Ohio.
- Meaningful Work: Help maintain quality homes and provide residents with a safe, comfortable living environment.
Location: Canton, Ohio
Property Size: Approximately 200+ Apartment Units
$24-$28/HR