Maintenance Technician - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Cortland; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortland Mount Vernon in Washington, DC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the community remains safe, functional, and well-maintained. You will diagnose and repair a wide range of building systems and support preventative maintenance programs.

Join Cortland to help preserve property assets, respond to emergencies, and deliver high-quality service to residents while documenting work and reporting safety concerns to your supervisor.

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 in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to participate in on-call schedules and respond to emergencies.

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

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Appliance repair

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA certification (Type I, II, or Universal)

Job description

Cortland Mount Vernon in Washington, DC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the community remains safe, functional, and well-maintained. You will diagnose and repair a wide range of building systems and support preventative maintenance programs.

Join Cortland to help preserve property assets, respond to emergencies, and deliver high-quality service to residents while documenting work and reporting safety concerns to your supervisor.