Maintenance Technician

WMFHA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CASTO is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Columbus, Ohio. The role ensures apartment communities look their best and operate smoothly by performing electrical, light carpentry, HVAC, and plumbing tasks, diagnosing problems, and testing solutions until resolved with the Property Manager's approval.

You will join a hands-on team, participate in on-call rotations, maintain grounds, and complete work orders within 48 hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• HVAC certification is preferred but not required.
• Two years of related maintenance experience is common for this role.
• Comfort operating a smartphone and basic digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of residential service repairs in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in the on-call rotation with the maintenance team.
• Maintain grounds daily and keep the maintenance shop organized.
• Complete work orders within a 48-hour goal.
• Make units ready within 5 business days via punch-outs.
• Check building exterior and safety equipment; conduct preventative maintenance.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Ability to lift 50 pounds

HVAC certification preferred

Residential maintenance experience

Tools

Appliance dolly

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION: The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for ensuring that the apartment community looks its very best at all times and operates smoothly by performing a variety of tasks including: electrical, light carpentry, HVAC, and plumbing. Maintenance Technicians diagnose problems, determine whether to replace or repair parts, test, and make adjustments until the problem is resolved. All work is to be completed in a timely manner, with true quality, and to the Property Manager's approval.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a variety of residential service repairs in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in the on-call rotation with the rest of the maintenance team.
• Maintain grounds daily.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of company, property, and maintenance policies.
• Prioritize and complete work orders as needed within 48-hour goal period.
• Complete punch outs to ensure all units are make ready within 5 business days.
• Building exterior check.
• Keep maintenance shop clean and organized.
• Winter-snow removal-sidewalks as needed-Summer- water flowers as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Keep the pool and snow logs up to date.
• Check safety equipment is current and in stock.
• All other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License
• Two years of related experience, preferred
• HVAC certification preferred, not required
• The ability to lift 50 pounds.
• The ability to move appliances with an appliance dolly up and down stairs.
• The ability to bend, stoop, and sit for 1-2 hours at a time.
• Ability to operate a smart phone.

CASTO offers a supportive and inclusive environment for all associates and their families. We are an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background check is required for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person