Maintenance Technician & Grounds Technician - Apartments

Maintenance Technician And Grounds Technician

Love Where You Work!

At Towne Properties, we don't just build communitieswe build careers. Family-owned since 1961, we've spent over 65 years creating Great Places to Live, Work, Shop & Play. As an industry leader, we offer more than just a jobwe offer a career path where your contributions matter, your growth is encouraged, and your opportunities are limitless.

Position: Maintenance Technician and Grounds Technician

Location: Providence Glen Apartments - Columbus, OH

Scheduled hours: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm, with an on-call rotation (maintenance tech only)

Competitive pay: MAINTENANCE TECH: $20-25 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Competitive pay: GROUNDS TECH: $18-22 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Make an Impact

As a Maintenance Technician, you will keep our apartment communities safe, welcoming, and in top condition. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference.

• Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliance repair, lighting, locks/keys, pool care, and groundskeeping tasks
• Handle apartment turnovers, preparing homes for new residents
• Complete work orders quickly and with high-quality results
• Address emergencies as situations arise or while on-call

Bring Your Skills

If you're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys variety and takes pride in delivering excellent service, this role will put your skills to work every day.

• 1 year of experience in multi-family residential maintenance
• Experienced Turnover Technician versed in all aspects of apartment turns and servicing
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, lighting, and grounds
• Strong customer service skills with a cheerful outlook when assisting residents
• Ability to work independently while staying efficient and thorough
• Basic computer and smartphone skills
• Must have basic hand tools, valid driver's license, reliable truck/van, and auto-insurance
• Willing to complete a drug and background check if offered the position

Make an Impact

As a Grounds Technician, you'll play an essential role in maintaining the beauty and functionality of our community:

• Maintain property appearance with trash pickup, power washing, light grounds care, snow removal assistance, and minor repairs (painting, pool area upkeep, furniture removal)
• Care for landscaping by planting, fertilizing, and watering trees, flowers, and shrubs
• Oversee pet area upkeep and restock supplies at dog stations
• Assist residents with outdoor concerns and report maintenance issues
• Complete light to moderate work orders and maintain pool chemical levels
• After-hours only required as needed for emergencies

Bring Your Skills

You take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful, well-kept outdoor spaces. You enjoy hands-on work, value teamwork, and thrive in an environment where every day brings something new. You have:

• 1 year of experience in groundskeeping or property maintenance
• Landscaping experience (planting, fertilizing, watering trees, grass, flowers, shrubs)
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to complete a background and drug screening if offered the role

Enjoy the Perks

When you join Towne, you'll enjoy benefits that support both your work and your life:

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Mileage reimbursement, work boot reimbursement, and company-provided uniforms
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Access to Towne University for award-winning training and development, including certifications such as EPA and CAM-T
• Recognition programs, referral bonuses, and a supportive team environment
• A family-owned company since 1961, offering stability and room to grow
• Proudly recognized as an Energage Top Workplace (20182025)

Apply now and start building your future with us!

Towne Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Satisfactory background and MVR checks are required as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in groundskeeping or property maintenance
• Able to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Strong customer service and communication skills