Maintenance Technician - Cortland

At Cortland, we operate with a forward‑thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best‑in‑class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high‑performance environment.

As a Maintenance Technician, you hold an EPA certification and have 1‑3 years of experience in facilities services or multi‑family resident satisfaction, delivering best‑in‑class service and performing basic maintenance throughout the community.

• Interact with residents to identify, diagnose, repair, and resolve issues related to electrical, plumbing, A/C and heating systems, appliances, stairs, railings, gas fixtures, carpet, tiles, flooring, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions such as open holes, broken glass or gates, broken lights, and immediately assign work to the appropriate staff to ensure timely completion.
• Ensure asset preservation by verifying that security systems—including automatic doors and surveillance cameras—are functioning properly.
• Schedule preventive maintenance programs for all equipment to keep them in good working condition.
• Manage inventory of supplies and spare parts so that work orders can be completed as requested.
• Work on‑call shifts/schedules to assist with both resident and property emergencies.

• Competitive pay with monthly commission and full benefits.
• Personalized training through in‑house CPO, EPA & CPR certified proctors to earn certifications and online training at your pace.
• Individual growth plan to support your professional goals through training, mentorship, and leadership support.

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident‑centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in‑house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Cortland is a drug‑free workplace.

Cortland participates in e‑verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.