Maintenance Technician: Make-Ready & Repairs Pro

Career Strategies; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Braden Fellman in Columbia, SC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to perform make-ready work, punch lists, and day-to-day repairs in residential properties. You’ll split time between vacant-unit prep, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general carpentry, with after-hours on-call rotations.

Expect to document work in our system, maintain safety standards, and support property teams across multiple intown locations. A valid driver's license and basic hand tools are required.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in apartment/residential maintenance or related trade.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry, and appliance repair.

Responsibilities

• Unit turns & punch work: complete punch lists and prep vacant units for new residents.
• Respond to resident work orders, diagnosing and repairing plumbing, electrical, appliance, and carpentry issues.
• Perform routine repairs and seasonal preventive maintenance on building systems, common areas, and grounds.
• HVAC troubleshooting and repairs; EPA certification a plus.
• Document completed work in the work order system and communicate status to the property team.
• Participate in after-hours emergency on-call rotation.
• Maintain shop, tools, and inventory and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Drywall & Painting

Carpentry

HVAC troubleshooting

Customer service

Job description

Braden Fellman in Columbia, SC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to perform make-ready work, punch lists, and day-to-day repairs in residential properties. You’ll split time between vacant-unit prep, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general carpentry, with after-hours on-call rotations.

Expect to document work in our system, maintain safety standards, and support property teams across multiple intown locations. A valid driver's license and basic hand tools are required.