Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Description:

Love where you work!

At Towne Properties, we do not just build communities, we build careers. As a recognized leader in the property management industry, we are proud to be an employer of choice for our associates. Our team is growing, and we are looking for talented individuals like you!

Position: Maintenance Technician

Location: The Berryessa Apartments - Columbus, OH 43229

Scheduled Hours: Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm, with an on-call rotation every two weeks

Pay Rate: $25 - $27/hour (based on experience and qualifications), plus commissions and incentives

Who You Are:

Experience: 1+ year in multi-family residential maintenance

HVAC Troubleshooting & Repair: Skilled with older systems, package units, and refrigerant handling (certification preferred)

Plumbing: Experience with galvanized, cast iron, copper, and PVC; line repairs; and water pressure balancing

Appliance Repair: Proficient with stoves, refrigerators, and laundry equipment (including older models)

General Maintenance: Knowledge of electrical, carpentry, apartment turnovers, grounds, lighting, and more

Customer Service: Strong communication skills and a cheerful outlook when assisting residents

Initiative: Ability to work independently, take ownership, and complete tasks efficiently

Diligence: Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work

Tools: Must own basic hand tools

Tech Savvy: Comfortable with basic computer and smartphone use

Essentials: Valid driver’s license with a reliable truck or van for work use and auto insurance

Compliance: Willing to submit to a drug and background check if offered the position

What You'll Do as a Maintenance Technician:

Maintenance Tasks: Perform repairs and upkeep in HVAC systems, plumbing (including pipe repairs and water pressure balancing), appliance repair (stoves, refrigerators, laundry equipment), electrical, carpentry, locks and keys, apartment turnovers, groundskeeping, and lighting

Work Orders: Complete resident work orders promptly while ensuring the community remains in top condition

Emergency Response: Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed while on-call

What We Offer:

Reimbursements & Uniforms: Mileage reimbursement, work boot reimbursement, and company-provided uniforms

Benefits: 401(k) with company match, plus health, dental, and vision insurance options, and flexible spending accounts

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO including holidays, vacation days, and sick/personal time

Training & Development: Access to our award-winning Towne University with paid training and certifications (EPA, CAM-T®, and more)

Career Growth: Clear advancement opportunities, including the potential to grow into roles such as Service Manager

Culture & Perks: Supportive team environment, referral bonuses, recognition programs and more

Stability & Legacy: Family-owned since 1961 with a strong foundation for your career growth

Recognition: Proud Energage Top Workplace 2018–2025

Towne Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Satisfactory background and MVR checks are required as a condition of employment.

Requirements:

1+ year of experience in multi-family residential maintenance

Plumbing experience with multiple pipe types, line repairs, and water pressure balancing

HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience (certification preferred)

Appliance repair experience (stoves, refrigerators, laundry equipment)

Valid driver’s license and reliable truck or van with auto insurance for work use

Full-time