Maintenance Tech – Affordable Housing (Mon–Fri, On-Call)

Conifer Realty; Clinton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holidays and PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Wellness program

Life and disability insurance

Training and career growth

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Conifer Realty is seeking a Maintenance Technician for affordable housing in Clinton Township, NJ. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance, including painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry to keep our communities safe and welcoming.

We value reliability, strong communication, and a customer-focused approach as you support residents and work with a professional team across properties. This full-time role offers overtime flexibility and growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of apartment, residential, or facilities maintenance experience (painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, flooring; HVAC experience a plus).
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to cover overtime or nearby communities when needed.
• Basic computer or mobile-app skills for work orders, timekeeping, and training (we’ll train you!).
• Strong communication and customer-service skills
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills, a plus that helps connect with our residents!

Responsibilities

• Bring spaces to life – perform routine and preventative maintenance, including painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and cleaning.
• Care for the grounds – maintain curb appeal through landscaping, snow/ice removal, and seasonal upkeep.
• Respond with urgency – complete work orders promptly and rotate for emergency on-call coverage (respond within 30 minutes).
• Prioritize quality & compliance – follow all safety, property, and inspection standards with precision.
• Be part of a team that cares – work closely with peers and residents, showing empathy and pride in every repair.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Lifting 50-100 lbs

Reliable transportation

Overtime flexibility

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Conifer Realty is seeking a Maintenance Technician for affordable housing in Clinton Township, NJ. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance, including painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry to keep our communities safe and welcoming.

We value reliability, strong communication, and a customer-focused approach as you support residents and work with a professional team across properties. This full-time role offers overtime flexibility and growth.