Maintenance Technician – Canton, Ohio

Smartland is seeking a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to support a residential portfolio of approximately 200+ apartment units in Canton, Ohio.

We’re looking for a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in their work, responds quickly to resident needs, and can independently handle a wide range of apartment maintenance and repair tasks. If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to getting the job done right the first time, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do Day to Day

- Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including completing move-out inspections and unit turnovers.

- Respond to resident maintenance requests and complete work orders promptly and professionally.

- Diagnose and repair plumbing issues, including leaks, faucets, toilets, and clogged drains.

- Troubleshoot basic electrical problems and repair or replace fixtures, outlets, switches, and devices.

- Perform drywall repairs, painting, patching, and light carpentry.

- Repair and install appliances, flooring, doors, locks, and other apartment components.

- Conduct routine property inspections and preventative maintenance.

- Maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained common areas and building grounds.

- Track maintenance activities, materials, and inventory accurately in the maintenance system.

- Identify major repairs, recurring issues, and potential safety hazards and report them to management.

- Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with residents, vendors, and team members.

What You Bring

- 3+ years of hands-on apartment or residential maintenance experience.

- Strong working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general property repairs.

- Experience with apartment turnovers, inspections, and preventative maintenance.

- Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and prioritize multiple work orders.

- Basic hand and power tools of your own.

- Reliable truck or van, valid driver's license, and current vehicle insurance.

- High school diploma or equivalent (required).

- Ability to pass a background check and drug test.

- Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.

Nice to Have

- HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certifications.

- Experience maintaining multifamily residential properties with 200+ units.

- Familiarity with property management or mobile maintenance work order software.

- Experience coordinating with contractors and outside vendors.

- Knowledge of building safety standards and preventative maintenance programs.

- Interest in developing into a Lead Maintenance Technician or supervisory role.

Not a Fit If You

- Frequently arrive late, miss scheduled shifts, or fail to follow through on assignments.

- Need constant supervision to complete routine maintenance tasks.

- Leave work orders incomplete or fail to document completed repairs.

- Cut corners on workmanship, safety, or resident service.

- Struggle to communicate maintenance updates or escalate issues appropriately.

- Are unwilling to handle a variety of maintenance responsibilities in a fast-paced residential environment.

Why Join Smartland?

- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off.

- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your technical skills and advance within Smartland.

- Supportive Culture: Work with a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, accountability, and teamwork.

- Stability: Join an established and growing property management company with a residential portfolio across Ohio.

- Meaningful Work: Help maintain quality homes and provide residents with a safe, comfortable living environment.

Location: Canton, Ohio
Property Size: Approximately 200+ Apartment Units