Maintenance Associate

First Interstate Properties; Lyndhurst (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

First Interstate Properties in Lyndhurst, OH is seeking a Maintenance Associate to perform routine and corrective upkeep on building interiors and exteriors. You will inspect facilities, handle work orders, and assist with seasonal landscaping and snow removal to ensure safe, high-quality living spaces.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic experience with carpentry, plumbing, and power tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; prior maintenance or facilities experience preferred.
• Ability to read and complete work orders and follow safety procedures.
• Experience with basic carpentry, plumbing, and equipment maintenance.
• Comfort operating power tools and staying physically active outdoors and indoors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities and equipment and respond to work orders.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs across interiors and exteriors.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and seasonal tasks such as landscaping and snow removal.
• Safely operate tools and coordinate with property management and vendors.
• Keep areas clean, safe, and in good working order for residents and visitors.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Power tools

Carpentry

Plumbing

Safety procedures

Work orders

Time management

Customer-focused service

Physical stamina

Residential/commercial property upkeep

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

First Interstate Properties, Ltd. is a full-service real estate development and management company based in Northeast Ohio. Since 1989, the company has earned a strong reputation for delivering environmentally respectful, high-impact projects that create value for communities, residents, occupants, and investors. It currently manages nine commercial properties and has developed luxury apartment communities including One University Circle and 121 Larchmere. Team members join an organization that prioritizes quality, responsible development, and long-term relationships with stakeholders. The company offers opportunities to contribute to well-maintained, attractive properties that enhance local neighborhoods.

Role Description

The Maintenance Associate is a full-time, on-site role located in Lyndhurst, OH. This position is responsible for performing routine and corrective maintenance across building interiors and exteriors, including minor repairs, basic carpentry, and plumbing tasks. Day-to-day responsibilities include inspecting facilities and equipment, responding to work orders, conducting preventive maintenance, and assisting with seasonal upkeep such as landscaping support and snow removal. The Maintenance Associate will safely operate tools and equipment, coordinate with property management and vendors, and help ensure that all areas remain clean, safe, and in good working order for residents, tenants, and visitors. The role requires consistent attendance, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality maintenance services.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance, with the ability to diagnose basic issues and perform routine repairs.
• Proficiency using power tools and hand tools safely and effectively in a property maintenance environment.
• Experience with basic carpentry tasks such as repairs, installations, and general building upkeep.
• Working knowledge of minor plumbing repairs and maintenance, including fixtures, leaks, and clogs.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, read and complete work orders, and manage time to address multiple tasks efficiently.
• Physical ability to lift moderate weights, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach when interacting with residents, tenants, and team members.
• High school diploma or equivalent; prior maintenance or facilities experience in residential or commercial properties is preferred.