Maintenance Technician – Canton, Ohio

Smartland•Canton, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Smartland is seeking a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to support a residential portfolio of approximately 200+ apartment units in Canton, Ohio. The role is suited to a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in their work, responds promptly to resident needs, and can independently complete a wide range of apartment maintenance and repair tasks. The technician prepares vacant apartments for new residents, responds to and completes maintenance requests, performs repairs and preventative maintenance, maintains common areas and grounds, and accurately tracks work and materials in the maintenance system. The technician also identifies major repairs, recurring problems, and potential safety hazards and reports them to management, while maintaining professional relationships with residents, vendors, and team members. Smartland offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, career-development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to contribute to residents’ safe and comfortable homes.

Requirements

At least 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.
Own basic hand and power tools.
Reliable truck or van, valid driver’s license, and current vehicle insurance.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including 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.
Accurately track maintenance activities, materials, and inventory in the maintenance system.
Identify major repairs, recurring issues, and potential safety hazards and report them to management.
Maintain professional and courteous relationships with residents, vendors, and team members.