Facilities Technician

Thrive Companies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Apartment discounts

Free gym membership

Job summary

Thrive Companies in Columbus, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to preserve and improve the condition and functionality of our communities. You will perform a variety of tasks including plumbing, electrical repairs, HVAC troubleshooting, groundskeeping, and general maintenance.

The role reports to the SVP of Facilities and Community Manager, with responsibilities spanning make-ready, contractor coordination, and on-site resident interactions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician.
• Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and complete maintenance work and service requests in accordance with standards and codes.
• Execute the Make‑Ready/Turn process.
• Coordinate with employees and vendors to ensure quality and compliance.
• Maintain daily upkeep of common areas and buildings, including snow removal and ice melt application.
• Inspect apartments to identify needed repairs and provide reports.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

General maintenance

CPO (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC certificate (plus)

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Location and Compensation

Columbus, OH 43215. Salary: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour.

Position Overview

Maintenance Technician (Facilities Technician) responsible for preserving and improving the condition and functionality of our communities. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including cleanouts, patching, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs, HVAC troubleshooting, groundskeeping, and other general maintenance.

Reporting

Reports to the SVP of Facilities, Facilities Manager, and Community Manager.

Responsibilities, Expectations, and Duties

• Prioritize and complete maintenance work and service requests (grounds, cleaning, carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, HVAC, masonry, etc.) in accordance with company standards and applicable building codes.
• Execute the Make‑Ready/Turn process.
• Coordinate with employees and vendor/contractors to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance with company standards.
• Maintain daily upkeep of common areas and community buildings, including snow removal and application of ice melt on sidewalks, steps, driveways, parking lots.
• Maintain grounds, keeping them free of trash and debris.
• Inspect apartments to identify areas needing immediate or future repairs and provide inspection reports to the Community Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Actual duties may vary depending on community size.

Performance Objectives

• Service request resolution and timeliness
• Make‑ready process compliance and quality
• Customer service surveys
• Property scorecards
• Budget compliance

Skills, Education, and Experience

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician
• Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, hydraulic, and other systems
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, appliances, and devices
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) preferred
• Manual dexterity and problem‑solving skills
• Good physical condition and strength, willingness to work overtime if needed
• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology, or related field a plus

Work Environment

Work on-site at an apartment community. Interacts regularly with residents, vendors, and internal customers. Schedule varies by property; may require overtime and on‑call availability. Requires flexibility and readiness to respond to property needs.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May lift and move up to 50 pounds and operate power tools. Occasional driving may be required. Physical condition must meet professional standards for the role.

Benefits

• Full‑time employment with bi‑weekly pay schedule
• Paid hourly rate of $23–28
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Generous PTO
• Apartment discounts and free gym membership