Eastlake, OHSmartland owns and operates 1,400+ rental units across Northeast Ohio, and we’re hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician to help maintain our apartment communities and single-family homes at a high standard.
This role is ideal for a skilled, dependable technician who can work independently, troubleshoot efficiently, and support a high-performing maintenance team.
You’ll work across multiple properties, completing repairs, managing unit turns, and ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for.
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday–Friday
- Rotating on-call evenings and weekends for urgent or emergency repairs
- Travel between assigned properties within Northeast Ohio
- Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety checks
- Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance issues
- Troubleshoot problems and determine effective, long-term repair solutions
- Complete unit turns efficiently, meeting Smartland quality and timeline standards
- Ensure units are move-in ready prior to resident occupancy
- Complete and update work orders using company systems (AppFolio mobile app)
- Document work with notes, photos, parts used, and repair status
- Respond to urgent maintenance requests and participate in on-call rotation
- Maintain exterior areas including grounds, walkways, gutters, and safety hazards
- Coordinate with vendors as needed and verify quality of completed work
- Support junior maintenance staff with guidance and hands-on assistance
- Follow OSHA safety standards and promote safe work practices
- Communicate professionally with residents, leasing staff, and property managers
What You Bring
- 3+ years of residential or multifamily maintenance experience
- Strong skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair
- Experience with exterior maintenance (grounds, concrete, roofing, siding) is a plus
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs independently
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Reliable transportation and your own basic tools (company provides specialty tools)
- Ability to lift 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces or outdoor conditions
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and maintenance safety practices
- Comfortable using mobile apps, work order software, and digital communication tools
- AppFolio experience or willingness to use AppFolio mobile app (required)
Why Join Smartland
- $25–$30/hr, based on experience and skill level
- Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
- Performance-based raises
- Full-time, year-round stability
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Clear career path: Senior Tech → Lead Tech → Maintenance Supervisor
- Supportive, team-oriented culture
- Organized systems and modern processes that help you succeed
Not a Fit If You…
- Struggle with reliability, accountability, or follow-through
- Resist using technology or documenting work
- Cannot meet unit turn deadlines or manage work orders independently
- Avoid working in occupied units or communicating with residents
- Cannot meet the physical or safety requirements of the role
If you’re a skilled maintenance professional who takes pride in quality work and wants long-term stability with growth opportunities, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and join the Smartland Maintenance Team.
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