Cortland

multifamily real estate

SeniorMaintenanceTechnician

$27–30k Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Maintenance Technician at Cortland. Skills: Electrical repair, Plumbing repair, HVAC repair. Serve as technical leader. Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure property remains safe, functional, and well‑maintained; Deliver high‑quality service to residents

Industry & Context.

multifamily real estate
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Diagnose issues; Repair issues

Eligibility Requirements

On-call rotation, Respond to emergencies, Lift heavy items, Climb ladders, Work in various weather conditions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or equivalent, 3 – 5+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi‑family housing, Advanced skills in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, and general building systems, Ability to mentor staff and support daily departmental leadership, Troubleshooting abilities, Customer-service abilities, Ability to safely use tools, Ability to lift heavy items, Ability to climb ladders, Ability to work in various weather conditions, Willingness to participate in on‑call and emergency response schedules

Nice to Have

Universal EPA certification, CPO certification

What You'll Do.

Serve as technical leader

Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair

Mentor junior technicians

Support the Service Manager

Ensure property remains safe

Take ownership of complex maintenance issues

Guide preventative maintenance programs

Deliver high‑quality service to residents

Assist in leading maintenance operations

Serve as acting lead in Service Manager’s absence

Diagnose and repair advanced issues

Address unsafe conditions

Ensure timely corrective action

Monitor and report on building and security systems

Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and building equipment

Oversee preventative maintenance on HVAC and building equipment

Manage inventory of tools

Participate in on‑call rotations

Respond to property and resident emergencies

high‑quality customer service to residents

Document all work completed

Report recurring issues

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Support Service Manager; Mentor junior technicians

Communication Scope

Customer service

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 As a Senior Maintenance Technician, you serve as a technical leader within the community’s maintenance team. You provide advanced troubleshooting and repair skills, mentor junior technicians, support the Service Manager, and help ensure the property remains safe, functional, and well‑maintained. In this role, you take ownership of complex maintenance issues, guide preventative maintenance programs, and play a key role in delivering high‑quality service to residents. Mentor and support Service Technicians and assist in leading maintenance operations. Serve as acting lead in the Service Manager’s absence. Diagnose and repair advanced issues in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, and general building systems. Address unsafe conditions and ensure timely corrective action by the team. Monitor and report on building and security systems, including automatic doors and cameras. Perform and oversee preventative maintenance on HVAC and building equipment. Manage inventory of tools, supplies, and spare parts. Participate in on‑call rotations and respond to property and resident emergencies. Provide professional, high‑quality customer service to residents. Document all work completed and report recurring issues. Qualifications Universal EPA certification is required; CPO is preferred High school diploma or equivalent required. 3 – 5+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi‑family housing. Advanced skills in elec

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