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Maintenance Technician

Career Strategies

Job Location:

Columbia, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 18 October 2026 (7 days ago)

Application Deadline: 15 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician - Columbia SC
Were looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician who can do it all: turn vacant units so theyre move-in ready knockout punch lists and handle day-to-day service requests in occupied homes. Youll split your time between make-ready work (paint touch-ups drywall repair fixtures hardware punch-out) and general maintenance calls (plumbing electrical appliance and HVAC repairs). No two days look the same you might be prepping a renovated unit in the morning and troubleshooting a water heater in the afternoon.

Unit turns & punch work complete punch lists and prepare vacant units for new residents including drywall patching painting and touch-ups caulking door and window hardware flooring repairs and fixture replacement.
Service requests respond to resident work orders promptly and professionally diagnosing and repairing plumbing electrical appliance and general carpentry issues.
Preventive maintenance perform routine repairs and seasonal preventive maintenance on building systems common areas and grounds.
HVAC support assist with HVAC troubleshooting and repairs (EPA certification a plus see below).
Documentation document completed work in our work order system communicate status to the property team and leave every job site clean.
On-call participate in the after-hours emergency on-call rotation responding to urgent issues such as water intrusion lockouts no-heat/no-AC and life-safety concerns.
Safety & upkeep maintain shop tools and inventory; follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.

What Were Looking For

13 years of experience in apartment/residential maintenance make-ready work or a related trade (or a strong handyman background with references).
Working knowledge of basic plumbing electrical drywall painting carpentry and appliance repair.
Comfort working independently across multiple intown properties and managing your own punch list.
Strong customer service instincts youll be in residents homes and represent Braden Fellman every day.
Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for work orders photos and communication.
Valid drivers license reliable transportation and your own basic hand tools.
Ability to lift 50 lbs climb ladders and stairs and work indoors and outdoors in all seasons.
Availability for a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

Nice to Have

EPA Section 608 certification (Type II or Universal) for HVAC/refrigerant work.
CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification.
Experience with older or historic buildings plaster walls original windows aging plumbing and electrical.
Experience with property management software (AppFolio or similar).
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Schedule Pay & Benefits

Full-time MondayFriday with a rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule (details discussed at interview).
Benefits package including health insurance / paid time off / holidays / 401(k)
Company-provided work order technology and material accounts; mileage/vehicle policy per company guidelines.Maintenance Technician - Columbia SC
Were looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician who can do it all: turn vacant units so theyre move-in ready knockout punch lists and handle day-to-day service requests in occupied homes. Youll split your time between make-ready work (paint touch-ups drywall repair fixtures hardware punch-out) and general maintenance calls (plumbing electrical appliance and HVAC repairs). No two days look the same you might be prepping a renovated unit in the morning and troubleshooting a water heater in the afternoon.
Unit turns & punch work complete punch lists and prepare vacant units for new residents including drywall patching painting and touch-ups caulking door and window hardware flooring repairs and fixture replacement.
Service requests respond to resident work orders promptly and professionally diagnosing and repairing plumbing electrical appliance and general carpentry issues.
Preventive maintenance perform routine repairs and seasonal preventive maintenance on building systems common areas and grounds.
HVAC support assist with HVAC troubleshooting and repairs (EPA certification a plus see below).
Documentation document completed work in our work order system communicate status to the property team and leave every job site clean.
On-call participate in the after-hours emergency on-call rotation responding to urgent issues such as water intrusion lockouts no-heat/no-AC and life-safety concerns.
Safety & upkeep maintain shop tools and inventory; follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
What Were Looking For
13 years of experience in apartment/residential maintenance make-ready work or a related trade (or a strong handyman background with references).
Working knowledge of basic plumbing electrical drywall painting carpentry and appliance repair.
Comfort working independently across multiple intown properties and managing your own punch list.
Strong customer service instincts youll be in residents homes and represent Braden Fellman every day.
Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for work orders photos and communication.
Valid drivers license reliable transportation and your own basic hand tools.
Ability to lift 50 lbs climb ladders and stairs and work indoors and outdoors in all seasons.
Availability for a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.
Nice to Have
EPA Section 608 certification (Type II or Universal) for HVAC/refrigerant work.
CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification.
Experience with older or historic buildings plaster walls original windows aging plumbing and electrical.
Experience with property management software (AppFolio or similar).
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Schedule Pay & Benefits
Full-time MondayFriday with a rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule (details discussed at interview).
Benefits package including health insurance / paid time off / holidays / 401(k)
Company-provided work order technology and material accounts; mileage/vehicle policy per company guidelines.