Property Maintenance

The Advance Group; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advance Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties. The role involves HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building maintenance across multiple sites.

This direct-hire position emphasizes versatility and hands-on problem-solving, with the opportunity to troubleshoot a variety of mechanical issues rather than specializing in one task.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with HVAC, plumbing and carpentry
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple maintenance tasks
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Perform general property and building maintenance for residential and commercial properties
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and mechanical equipment
• Complete carpentry and general repair projects
• Install and repair doors, cabinets, and other building components
• Travel between properties on a mobile maintenance route
• Maintain professional, customer- and tenant-focused presence
• Work independently while communicating with property contacts, customers, and tenants

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer-facing

General maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Company tools

Job description

Build Your Career in Property Maintenance

The Advance Group is hiring Maintenance Technicians to support a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties, including larger and high-rise buildings. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a versatile maintenance professional who enjoys variety and wants to use a broad range of HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building maintenance skills. This position is a great fit for someone with experience in a skilled trade who enjoys troubleshooting different types of maintenance issues rather than performing the same specialized task every day.

What Does a Maintenance Technician Do?

• Perform general property and building maintenance for residential and commercial properties
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs involving HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and mechanical equipment
• Complete carpentry and general repair projects
• Install and repair doors, cabinets, and other building components
• Perform garbage, parking lot, and exterior property maintenance
• Troubleshoot mechanical and building maintenance issues
• Use hand tools, power tools, company tools, and equipment safely
• Travel between properties when assigned to a mobile maintenance route
• Maintain a professional and customer- and tenant-focused presence
• Work independently while communicating effectively with property contacts, customers, and tenants
• Keep work areas, tools, and equipment organized

Maintenance Technician Requirements

• Previous maintenance, mechanical, facility maintenance, or skilled-trade experience preferred
• Hands‑on experience with HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a variety of maintenance tasks
• Comfortable using ladders and working on roofs and at heights of approximately 2–4 stories
• Comfortable performing overhead work, bending, crouching, and other physical activities
• Ability to lift approximately 50–75 pounds
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company insurance requirements
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
• Professional communication and customer/tenant‑facing skills

Schedule & On-Call Expectations

The typical schedule is during daytime hours, generally: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM 7:00 AM–3:00 PM 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. There are very few weekends during the normal work schedule. Maintenance Technicians participate in a rotating on-call schedule approximately every 8–10 weeks. On-call responsibilities may include evenings and weekends.

On-call employees receive:

• Compensation for being on call
• Pay for each service call
• A 2-hour minimum per call

Pay & Benefits

• $20–$35/hour, depending on experience and skill level
• Approximately $20/hour for entry‑level candidates
• Up to approximately $35/hour for highly skilled and experienced candidates
• Full benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Accrued PTO beginning at 40 hours

Why Consider This Maintenance Technician Opportunity?

If you have a background in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical maintenance, facility maintenance, or skilled trades, this position offers the opportunity to put your experience to work across a wide variety of properties and maintenance situations. You won't be limited to one type of repair or one specialized trade. You'll have the opportunity to use your hands‑on skills to troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and improve residential and commercial properties throughout the service area.

Candidate qualifications: Candidates should be prepared to discuss and demonstrate their actual hands‑on maintenance and trade experience during the interview process.