Maintenance Technician

Job Location:

Milford
- Milford, CT, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent, Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00

Hourly,

Job Shift: Weekdays, Job Category:
Installation
- Maint
- Repair, Position:
Maintenance Technician

Reports to:

Regional Director

Department:
Field Operations

IGNITE Fitness Holdings, a leading private-equity-backed franchisee of Planet Fitness with 130+ locations across 6 US States and 3 Canadian Provinces, is seeking a Maintenance Technician. This role is responsible for performing multiple preventative and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our gyms. Responsibilities include hands-on maintenance and repair of fitness equipment, routine facility upkeep, and the application of fundamental knowledge in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and flooring.

This position reports directly to the Regional Director.

• Repair and maintain fitness equipment across multiple facilities.
• Perform electrical maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, wiring, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Carry out carpentry and construction tasks such as sanding, painting, and general woodwork.
• Complete plumbing repairs including toilets, faucets, and leak fixes.
• Conduct general facility repairs including doors, locks, tiles, staining, polishing floors, and more.
• Work with cleaning solutions and ensure safe, efficient, and methodical upkeep of facilities.
• Regularly inspect buildings, fitness equipment, and systems to identify potential issues and safety hazards.
• Safely operate power tools, climb ladders, and move equipment or furniture weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Promptly respond to maintenance requests submitted via the Service Channel ticketing platform.
• Effectively assess and prioritize work based on urgency and facility needs while maintaining clear communication with team to ensure timely resolution.
• Support general upkeep tasks such as cleaning, and minor painting or carpentry projects.
• Occasionally support outdoor tasks including landscaping, sidewalks, and snow removal as needed.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests and perform necessary repairs.
• Provide support and effectively collaborate with internal teams and vendors on larger projects such as equipment extractions, installations, new club openings, as needed.
• Participate in training sessions to improve technical skills and knowledge.
• Drive to and from multiple locations within the assigned region as needed.

• At least 3 years of handy work, facilities repair, or related maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of equipment repair, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general facility upkeep. Fitness equipment experience is a plus.
• Performed basic cleaning and upkeep duties to maintain a safe and orderly work environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word and Outlook Email) and comfortable working with computers, including preventative maintenance system.
• Successfully worked both independently and as part of a team to achieve maintenance goals.

• You value Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, and being Member-Focused
• Physically capable of repetitive tasks such as bending, climbing, lifting, and moving equipment.
• You work in a tidy, methodical, and independent manner.
• Possess a “clean” driving record
• Mentally alert, able to quickly learn new tasks and skills, troubleshoot, and complete assignments safely.
• You are organized and you can prioritize multiple tasks, pivot on the fly, and get stuff done.
• A team player who treats colleagues and members with respect and promotes a safe, cooperative work environment.

Travel:
You will…