Apartment Maintenance Technician - Impactful, On-Call Role

CAPREIT; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Competitive Bonus Program

Paid Vacation Time, Including Your 1st

Paid Sick Time & Holidays

Career Growth & Development Opportunit

Employee-Centered Culture

Job summary

CAPREIT is seeking an Apartment Maintenance Technician for the Broadway community in Brentwood, NY. You’ll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heating, water heaters, appliances, plumbing, electrical, and building systems to meet CAPREIT standards.

This role supports the Maintenance Supervisor and provides exceptional resident service in a 114-unit community. Schedule: Monday to Friday with on-call availability; compensation: $23–$27 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of apartment maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for on-call emergencies.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and general maintenance.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull maintenance equipment and materials.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Safety-conscious and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community standards and applicable regulations by troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing systems and fixtures.
• Respond to service requests in a timely manner and notify management when repairs cannot be completed within 24 hours.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE as required.
• Maintain community appearance: groundskeeping, trash removal, exterior repairs, and inspections.
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor and prepare vacant apartments for move-in.
• Perform preventative maintenance and manage inventory of supplies and tools.
• Interact professionally with residents, prospects, vendors and team members.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Detail-oriented

Safety-conscious

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CFC Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

CAPREIT is seeking an Apartment Maintenance Technician for the Broadway community in Brentwood, NY. You’ll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heating, water heaters, appliances, plumbing, electrical, and building systems to meet CAPREIT standards.

This role supports the Maintenance Supervisor and provides exceptional resident service in a 114-unit community. Schedule: Monday to Friday with on-call availability; compensation: $23–$27 per hour plus benefits.