Maintenance Technician
Conifer Realty LLC
Maintenance Technician
Ithaca, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=201+Cypress+Court+Ithaca+NY+USA+14850) • Property Maintenance
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Maintenance Technician – Affordable Housing |Linderman Creek Apartments I & II & Cayuga View,Ithaca, NY
Salary: $21.00 – $25.00 /hour | Full-Time | Monday–Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | On-Call Rotation
Keep Communities Running, Keep Families Thriving
AtConifer Realty, our Maintenance Technicians do more than fix things — theyhelp families feel seen, supported, and at home. Your hands-on skill keeps our community atLinderman Creek Apartments I & II & Cayuga View (187 units)comfortable, safe, and proud.
If you take pride in quality work, enjoy solving problems, and want to grow with a company that’s been building communities for 50 years, this is your opportunity tomake an impact every day.
What We Look For in our Maintenance Technicians
+ 2+ years of apartment or residential maintenance experience (painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, flooring; HVAC a plus).
+ High School Diploma or GED required.
+ Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly / up to 100 lbs occasionally.
+ Reliable transportation and flexibility to cover occasional overtime or nearby properties.
+ Basic Computer or mobile-app skills for work orders, timekeeping, and training (we’ll train you!).
+ Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-service skills.
+ Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus!
How You’ll Make an Impact
Every day, you’ll play a vital role in the comfort and care of our residents:
+ Bring spaces to life – perform routine and preventative maintenance including painting, drywall repair, carpentry, light plumbing, electrical, flooring, and cleaning to keep apartments move-in ready.
+ Care for the grounds – maintain curb appeal through mowing, trimming, flower-bed care, and seasonal snow/ice removal.
+ Respond with urgency – complete work orders promptly, communicate with the office team, and rotate for emergency on-call coverage (response within 30 minutes).
+ Prioritize Quality & compliance – follow all safety and property standards, keeping documentation and inspections accurate and up to date.
+ Be part of a team that cares – collaborate with peers and residents with professionalism, empathy, and pride in a job well done.
Why Conifer?
Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is thedifference their work makes in people’s lives.
Along with purpose, you'll also enjoy:
+ Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
+ 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
+ Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
+ Retirement plans with company match
+ Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
+ Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
+ Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
+ A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact
About Conifer Realty
For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team is united by one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.
Salary Description
$21.00 - $25.00
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