Building and Apartment Maintenance Training
Start your career in facilities maintenance with Tri-C's Building and Apartment Maintenance Training program (BAM). If you're looking for a hands-on career that allows you to work on new tasks each day, this program could be a perfect fit.
This 15-week, hands-on program gives you a broad, practical foundation in the skills necessary to succeed from day one.
You will train with industry-standard tools, learn from experienced instructors, and build confidence through real projects. This noncredit course focuses on career-specific training to give learners the job-relevant skills employers in the industry are looking for.
Program Highlights
- Accelerated 15-week format
- Hands-on training
- No prerequisites required
- All tools and materials provided
- Great pathway to long-term careers in facilities maintenance
What You'll Learn
- Exterior and Structural Maintenance: Roofing, siding, windows, gutters, concrete, framing
- Measurement and Safety: Blueprint reading, OSHA basics, proper tool use
- Plumbing, Electrical and Appliances: Installation, troubleshooting and repair
- Carpentry and Flooring: Doors, drywall, trim, cabinets, flooring and carpet repair
- Foundational understanding of the tools and equipment commonly used in the field
- Real experience through practical projects in a controlled, supportive environment
An emphasis is placed on safe work practices, basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, which enable learners to reduce downtime and work more effectively with skilled trades.
Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
Career and Job Outlook
Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce in entry-level facility maintenance technician positions. The growth of retail and commercial projects, as well as apartments and multifamily units, creates a constant need for maintenance technicians to ensure the safety, functionality and aesthetics of facilities. The job outlook in Cleveland shows a steady demand for skilled professionals in this field, which provides ample opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. The latest data from the Ohio Labor Market Information indicates that the average salary for facilities maintenance technicians in the state is approximately $50,201, with a range from $38,738 to $59,562.