Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Orange – Orange, CT 06477. Position Type:
Full Time. Education Level: High School or Equivalent. Salary Range: $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 preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our gyms, including hands‑on maintenance and repair of fitness equipment, routine facility upkeep, and application of knowledge in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and flooring.

• 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.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests submitted via the Service Channel ticketing platform.
• Assess and prioritize work based on urgency and facility needs while maintaining clear communication with the team to ensure timely resolution.
• Support general upkeep tasks such as cleaning, 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 collaborate with internal teams and vendors on larger projects such as equipment extractions, installations, and 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 environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word and Outlook Email) and comfortable working with computers, including the 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.
• You are physically capable of repetitive tasks such as bending, climbing, lifting, and moving equipment.
• You work in a tidy, methodical, and independent manner.
• You possess a clean driving record.
• You are mentally alert, able to quickly learn new tasks and skills, troubleshoot, and complete assignments safely.
• You are organized and can prioritize multiple tasks, pivot on the fly, and get stuff done.
• You are a team player who treats colleagues and members with respect and promotes a safe, cooperative work environment.

• Travel:
  You will travel to all clubs located in respective districts. May require overnight stays. Occasionally, you may be asked to assist other locations or regions based on business needs. Reliable transportation is required when company vehicles are not provided.
• Work Location:
  
  You will work primarily in a gym/fitness environment involving constant exposure to gym members and staff. Exposure to cleaning agents, dust, noise, and changing temperatures is expected.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to talk and hear, sit, stand,…