Cortland
multifamily
SeniorHVACTechnician-Painter
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“Senior HVAC Technician - Painter at Cortland. Skills: HVAC repair, Building maintenance, Preventative maintenance. Diagnose maintenance issues. Repair building systems”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve performance; Reduce downtime; Ensure timely completion of work orders
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot; Repair; Resolve issues; Problem-solving abilities
Travel throughout Virginia Metro, Reliable transportation, On-call rotations, Emergency maintenance situations, Physical work, Lifting, Climbing ladders, Working indoors/outdoors, Various weather conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
EPA certification required (Type I, II, or Universal), High school diploma or equivalent required, 3+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi-family housing, Valid driver’s license, Ability to travel between assigned properties, Ability to perform physical work including lifting, climbing ladders, and working indoors/outdoors in various weather conditions
Nice to Have
Vehicle and insurance as required
What You'll Do.
Diagnose maintenance issues
Repair building systems
Install new equipment
Correct unsafe conditions
Monitor building systems
Report on system condition
Schedule preventative maintenance
Perform preventative maintenance
Maintain inventory of supplies
Travel between assigned properties
Respond to on-call rotations
Respond to emergency maintenance
Assist with resident needs
Assist with property needs
Document completed work
Report recurring issues
Report safety concerns
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interacting with residents; Interacting with team members
Communication Scope
Friendly service; Professional service
Process & Methodology
Prioritize tasks, Manage time effectively, Handle multiple work orders
Full Job Description
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. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior HVAC Technician to join our team. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to independently troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide range of HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will be comfortable traveling throughout Virginia Metro to support service calls and must have reliable transportation. Diagnose, repair, and resolve maintenance issues across building systems and components—including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, flooring, stairs, railings—and install new equipment as needed. 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. Travel regularly between assigned properties to support portfolio-wide maintenance needs. 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 c
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