Maintenance Technician III

WinnCompanies; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Flexible scheduling or Hybrid options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

WinnCompanies seeks a Maintenance Technician III at Sutton Place Apartments in Amherst, NY. You will perform maintenance across rental units, common areas, offices, and grounds, and you will lead and train other technicians.

Expected schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM with on-call duties for emergencies; pay ranges from $21.53 to $24.76 per hour, depending on experience. 3–5 years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant maintenance experience.
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, and HVAC.
• Availability for on-call and ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, problem solve, and repair in areas including appliances, carpentry, hardware, masonry, painting, basic electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Lead and train other maintenance technicians.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs per company procedures.
• Ensure vacant apartments are market-ready and prepared for occupancy.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and unit inspections.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through snow removal, landscaping and trash management.
• Be available for on-call activity during off-hours and emergencies.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Communication skills

Computer literacy

On-call availability

English proficiency

Team leadership

Education

CAMT Certification

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and you! These are some of the most important things we need to maintain our properties and keep our residents happy. If you’re looking to make a difference with your technical knowledge and excellent customer service, then we want to hear from you!

WinnCompanies is searching for a Maintenance Technician III to join our team at Sutton Place Apartments, a 246-unit affordable housing community located in Amherst, NY.

In this role, you will perform maintenance functions in the community, including rental units, residential common areas, office, grounds and parking lots. You will also lead and train other maintenance technicians on the team.

Please note that the pay range for this position is $21.53 to $24.76 per hour, depending on experience.

Additionally, the selected candidate will typically work: Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role requires availability for on-call activity during off-hours for urgent needs.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, problem solve, and make repairs in such areas as, but not limited to: appliances, carpentry, hardware accessories, masonry, painting, basic electrical, basic plumbing, and basic and HVAC.
• Lead and train other maintenance technicians.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating procedures.
• Ensure vacant apartments are prepared for occupancy and market ready in accordance with company standards.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in leading and assisting the completion of the preventive maintenance program, building and safety inspections and annual unit inspections.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through snow removal, landscaping and trash management activities.
• Be available for on-call activity during off-hours and emergencies based on a pre-determined schedule and need.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with computers and tablets.
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational or technical training.
• Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT).

Regular full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

• Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)
• 401(k) plan options with a company match
• Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
• Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
• Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs
• Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
• Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families

A job you can be proud of:

WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives.

A job that challenges you:

Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace.

A job you can learn from:

We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares:

We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us:

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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