Maintenance Technician 2

Leiner & kika Möbelhandelsges.m.b.H.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid holiday time

Paid vacation time

Free access to fitness centers

Job summary

Russo Development / Russo Property Management in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to service a luxury multi-family community. You will handle plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repairs across common areas and apartment units, maintain grounds, perform preventative maintenance, and uphold high standards of curb appeal.

The role requires 1-3 years of hands-on experience, reliable transportation, on-call readiness, strong customer service, and the

Qualifications

• Must have 1–3 years of direct experience as a Maintenance Technician or related field.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily work orders within 24 hours and communicate delays to supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, A/C/HVAC, appliances and carpentry issues.
• Coordinate with leasing staff to ensure make-ready repairs are on schedule.
• Respond to after-hours on-call emergencies.
• Maintain records for preventative maintenance, building mechanicals, service requests and make-ready status.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

On-call readiness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

At Russo Development and Russo Property Management, we build more than properties - we build inspiration and purpose. As a privately held, family-owned company with over 50 years of success, our legacy includes more than 6,500 luxury apartment homes, 60+ industrial projects, and a growing data center portfolio across northern New Jersey.

Our team is guided by our core CARES values - Character, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service - which shape how we work, lead, and serve. In 2023, Russo Property Management was proud to be named the Top Management Company for Market Rate Apartments by the New Jersey Apartment Association.

If you’re passionate about quality, community, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you.

Russo Property Management is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with a strong background in multi-family residential maintenance. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for common area and apartment repairs in the scope of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and appliances. The Maintenance Technician handles all the aspects of the property’s maintenance including the physical grounds, ensuring curb appeal through interior and exterior building inspections, grounds maintenance, and preventative maintenance.

The candidate chosen for the position will be placed at our luxurious property located in New Brunswick, NJ.

Position Responsibilities

• Efficiently complete all daily work orders within 24 hours. Communicate any delays in completing a work order with the supervisor and management office.
• Troubleshoot repair any maintenance issues involving electrical, plumbing, A/C, HVAC, appliances and carpentry.
• Work with leasing staff team to ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed and on schedule.
• Respond to after-hours on-call emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records for preventative maintenance, building mechanicals, service requests and apartment make- ready status.
• Stay current on all applicable building codes and safety standards.
• Assist with trash removal. Maintain trash rooms and dumpster areas.
• Assist in the proper clearing of snow during a snow event.
• Coordinate proper workshop inventory with maintenance supervisor.

Requirements

• High School or GED education
• 1-3 years of direct experience working as a Maintenance Technician or related field.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to respond to on-call emergencies at the property.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, appliance maintenance, and snow removal.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service and attention to detail.
• Professional, courteous and friendly demeanor. Customer first attitude
• Proactive self-starter and a team-player.
• Must be available for weekend inspections, and weekday evening resident meetings, as necessary.
• Ability to professionally communicate with residents and staff.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

• Competitive salary
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid holiday time
• Paid vacation time
• Free access to fitness centers

EEO

Russo Development / Russo Property Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.