Traveling Maintenance Technician (Floating)

Banyan Living, LLC; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD/LTD

Life insurance

Rent discount when living onsite

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Banyan Living, LLC is seeking a dependable Traveling Maintenance Technician to support multiple Northeast Ohio apartment communities. You will travel between properties to handle maintenance requests, turnovers, preventive tasks, and special projects, while ensuring quality and appearance across communities.

The role requires diagnosing and repairing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry issues, plus communicating with residents and team members.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing residential systems.
• Strong communication with residents and team members.
• Ability to organize tasks across multiple sites.
• Comfort with travel and varying schedules.

Responsibilities

• Travel between Banyan Living communities to perform maintenance requests.
• Complete work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and carpentry issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems and common areas.
• Complete apartment turnovers and coordinate with teams as needed.
• Maintain documentation of work and materials in the mobile system.
• Respond to on-call emergency maintenance as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Time management

Independent worker

Communication

Tools

CMMS

Mobile apps

Job description

Banyan Living, serving Northeast Ohio communities, is seeking a dependable, skilled, and self‑motivated Traveling Maintenance Technician to support our scattered‑site apartment communities. This position is ideal for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys variety, problem‑solving, and working independently. The Traveling Maintenance Technician will regularly travel between multiple properties throughout the week to complete maintenance requests, unit turns, preventive maintenance, inspections, and special projects while helping maintain the quality and appearance of our communities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Travel between assigned Banyan Living communities throughout the workweek to provide maintenance support
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately, efficiently, and professionally
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair issues involving:
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical systems
  • HVAC equipment
  • Appliances
  • Carpentry
  • Drywall
  • Painting
  • Flooring
  • Doors, windows, locks, and other general building components
• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and common areas
• Conduct property and unit inspections to identify maintenance needs and proactively address potential issues
• Complete apartment turnovers, including repairs, painting, cleaning preparation, and punch‑list items to meet move‑in deadlines
• Assist with renovations, capital improvement projects, seasonal maintenance, and other special projects as assigned
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, materials used, and follow‑up items using the company’s mobile maintenance management system
• Communicate professionally with residents, vendors, property managers, and fellow team members regarding maintenance requests and project updates
• Maintain company tools, equipment, vehicle (if assigned), and inventory in a clean, organized, and safe condition
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company policies, OSHA standards, and applicable building codes
• Respond to occasional emergency maintenance situations and participate in the rotating on‑call schedule as assigned
• Support onsite maintenance teams by providing additional coverage during vacations, staffing shortages, or periods of increased workload

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds
• Regularly walk, climb stairs and ladders, kneel, bend, crouch, and work in confined spaces
• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Safely operate maintenance tools, equipment, and power tools

Schedule & Travel

• Full‑time position
• Regular travel between Banyan Living communities throughout Northeast Ohio
• Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle provided (if applicable)
• Participation in an after‑hours emergency on‑call rotation is required

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of apartment maintenance, residential maintenance, or related building maintenance experience preferred
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair, carpentry, drywall, and painting
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while traveling between properties
• Experience using mobile work order or property management software is preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation required
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening in accordance with company policy

Benefits

• Bi‑weekly pay
• Medical, vision, dental
• STD, LTD, life insurance
• EAP & 35% rent discount when living onsite
• Pay holidays and vacation (PTO, personal time off)
• 401K