Maintenance Technician

Cortland; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortland is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our multifamily communities safe, functional, and well‑maintained. You will diagnose and repair building systems, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to resident needs with professional service.

You will work with a team, utilize electrical, plumbing, and HVAC skills, manage work orders, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role offers on‑site work in our communities and opportunities to grow within Cortland.

Qualifications

• EPA certification required (Type I, II, or Universal).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi‑family housing.
• Strong technical skills in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, and general building systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and handle multiple work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving abilities.
• Ability to safely operate tools and maintenance equipment.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, climbing ladders, and working indoors/outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and resolve maintenance issues involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, appliances, flooring, stairs, railings, and other building components.
• Correct unsafe conditions such as broken lights, damaged gates, open holes, or other hazards, ensuring issues are addressed quickly and safely.
• Support asset preservation by monitoring and reporting on the condition of building and security systems such as automatic doors and surveillance cameras.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC units, equipment, and building systems to improve performance and reduce downtime.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and spare parts to ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Respond to on‑call rotations and emergency maintenance situations, assisting with both resident and property needs.
• Provide friendly, professional service when interacting with residents and team members.
• Document completed work and report recurring issues or safety concerns to your supervisor.

Skills

EPA Certification

Electrical Repair

Plumbing

HVAC

General Maintenance

On-Call Readiness

Tool Operation

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Technician, you ensure the community remains safe, functional, and well‑maintained by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of building and apartment systems. You provide timely, high‑quality service to residents, support preventative maintenance programs, and help preserve the property’s physical assets through consistent care and attention.

• Diagnose, repair, and resolve maintenance issues involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, appliances, flooring, stairs, railings, and other building components.
• Correct unsafe conditions such as broken lights, damaged gates, open holes, or other hazards, ensuring issues are addressed quickly and safely.
• Support asset preservation by monitoring and reporting on the condition of building and security systems such as automatic doors and surveillance cameras.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC units, equipment, and building systems to improve performance and reduce downtime.
• Maintainappropriate inventoryof supplies and spare parts to ensuretimelycompletion of work orders.
• Respond to on ‑ call rotations and emergency maintenance situations,assistingwith both resident and property needs.
• Provide friendly, professional service when interacting with residents and team members.
• Document completed work and report recurring issues or safety concerns to your supervisor.

Qualifications

• EPA certificationrequired(Type I, II, or Universal).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3+years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi ‑ family housing.
• Strong technical skills in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, and general building systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and handle multiple work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and problem ‑ solving abilities.
• Ability to safelyoperatetools and maintenance equipment.
• Good communicationand customer ‑ service skills.
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, climbing ladders, and working indoors/outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willingness toparticipatein on ‑ call schedules and respond to emergencies.

About Cortland

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident‑centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in‑house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

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Cortland is a drug‑free workplace.

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