Role Summary

The Small Projects Technician is a versatile field team member who handles commercial renovation, maintenance, and refresh work for J. Thomas Property Services clients. This is a ground-floor opportunity to grow with a company that is actively expanding its commercial property services portfolio across Central Maryland.

This is not a specialized trade role — it is a multi-skill position requiring someone who can pivot between tasks, self-start on job sites, and get things done with minimal oversight. The ideal hire is someone who takes pride in quality work regardless of the task.

What the Work Looks Like

Construction & Renovation (Primary Focus)

Commercial build-outs and remodels — not new construction, but renovation-style work in occupied commercial buildings (think: reconfiguring office layouts, framing new walls, doorway modifications). Relevant experience includes:

Commercial drywall (metal stud framing, fire-rated assemblies, demising walls)

Interior framing — understanding stud spacing, metal vs. wood framing nuances

Ceiling grid work, tile installation

Door installation, replacement, hardware

Basic carpentry and trim work

Flooring — hardwood, laminate, tile

Interior/exterior painting

Light fixture installation and upgrades

Maintenance & Refresh Work

Pressure washing

Gutter cleaning and downspout inspection

Concrete patching, brick repointing

Asphalt cold patch repairs

Parking lot line re-striping, curb painting

Caulking

Furniture/fixture mounting and assembly

Bulk trash hauling (when needed)

Candidates must be comfortable stepping out of "builder mode" and into labor/general maintenance tasks. This is expected — and is framed as part of the company's growth stage, not a permanent state.

Candidate Profile

Background We're Looking For

Handyman service experience — especially commercial or light commercial

Commercial renovation or remodel background (preferred over pure residential)

Apartment turnover experience — fast, quality-focused, self-directed

Any construction field work where they've framed, drywalled, painted, or renovated spaces

NOT required: blueprint-to-finish construction or heavy structural work

Key Skills

Drywall and paint — must be comfortable with these, even if not expert-level

Metal stud framing — understanding of commercial vs. residential differences

Fire-rated assemblies — working knowledge of demising walls and ratings is a plus

Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve when plans change on a job site

Comfortable operating power tools, hand tools, and specialty equipment

Must-Have Qualities

Self-starter — can receive a job list and execute without hand-holding

Flexible attitude — no ego about task type

Reliable — punctual, consistent, shows up ready to work

Problem-solver — knows when to pivot and how to figure things out

Team player — willing to support other crew members across tasks

Pay Rate - between $26 and $34/hour (as per experience)

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