Maintenance Technician - Cortland North Plano

The role

The Maintenance Technician ensures the community remains safe and functional by diagnosing and repairing building and apartment systems. This role involves providing service to residents and supporting preventative maintenance programs.

What you will do

• 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.
• Monitor and report 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.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and spare parts.
• Respond to on-call rotations and emergency maintenance situations.
• Provide professional service when interacting with residents and team members.
• Document completed work and report recurring issues or safety concerns to your supervisor.

Required 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.

About the company

Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm. It is recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US.