Maintenance Technician – Affordable Housing (On-Call)

Conifer Realty LLC; Clinton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays + PTO

Medical/dental/vision

Retirement plans

Wellness program with HSA

Life and disability insurance

Training and growth

Community-focused culture

Job summary

Conifer Realty LLC in Clinton Township, NJ is hiring a Maintenance Technician for our affordable housing communities. The role covers routine and preventative maintenance including painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and cleaning, with a focus on keeping residents safe and comfortable.

You should have 2+ years in apartment or facilities maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift 50 lbs (up to 100 lbs), and reliable transport.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of apartment/residential/facilities maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility for overtime/rotation.
• Basic computer/mobile-app skills for work orders/timekeeping.
• Spanish/English bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance (painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, cleaning).
• Care for the grounds and maintain curb appeal (landscaping, snow/ice removal, seasonal upkeep).
• Respond with urgency to work orders and participate in on-call rotation (respond within 30 minutes).
• Follow safety, property, and inspection standards with precision.
• Collaborate with peers and residents, showing empathy and pride in repairs.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Conifer Realty LLC in Clinton Township, NJ is hiring a Maintenance Technician for our affordable housing communities. The role covers routine and preventative maintenance including painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and cleaning, with a focus on keeping residents safe and comfortable.

You should have 2+ years in apartment or facilities maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift 50 lbs (up to 100 lbs), and reliable transport.