Maintenance Technician – Affordable Housing

Conifer Realty; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA & flex accounts

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Conifer Realty is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our affordable housing communities in Hempstead, NY. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday, 40-hour schedule with an on-call rotation to keep our properties running smoothly.

You should have 2+ years in apartment or facilities maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and be comfortable lifting up to 100 lbs. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. We value reliability, problem-solving, and strong customer service.

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

Communication skills

Bilingual

Timekeeping / basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Conifer Realty is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our affordable housing communities in Hempstead, NY. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday, 40-hour schedule with an on-call rotation to keep our properties running smoothly.

You should have 2+ years in apartment or facilities maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and be comfortable lifting up to 100 lbs. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. We value reliability, problem-solving, and strong customer service.