Residential Maintenance Tech - HVAC & Electrical

Cortland; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortland in Duluth, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our multifamily communities safe, functional, and well‑maintained by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of building systems, supporting preventative maintenance, and preserving property assets.

Requirements include EPA certification (Type I, II, or Universal), a high school diploma, 1–3+ years in maintenance, strong electrical/plumbing/HVAC skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, on‑call availability, and good communication

Qualifications

• EPA certification required (Type I, II or Universal).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3+ years 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 and handle multiple work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to operate tools and maintenance equipment safely.
• Good communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting and climbing ladders.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and resolve maintenance issues involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, appliances, flooring, stairs, railings, and other building components.
• Correct unsafe conditions and hazards quickly and safely.
• Support asset preservation by monitoring building and security systems.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC units and building systems.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and spare parts to ensure timely work orders.
• Respond to on-call rotations and emergency maintenance situations.
• Provide friendly, professional service to residents and team members.
• Document completed work and report recurring issues to supervisor.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Repair

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

EPA certification (Type I, II, or Universal)

Tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Job description

Cortland in Duluth, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our multifamily communities safe, functional, and well‑maintained by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of building systems, supporting preventative maintenance, and preserving property assets.

Requirements include EPA certification (Type I, II, or Universal), a high school diploma, 1–3+ years in maintenance, strong electrical/plumbing/HVAC skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, on‑call availability, and good communication