Maintenance Technician - $1,500 Sign On BONUS!

About the role

Keep Communities Running, Keep Families Thriving At Conifer Realty, being a Maintenance Technician means more than fixing things, it means helping families feel secure, supported, and proud of where they live. You’ll be the steady hand that keeps life moving smoothly. If you take pride in quality work, love solving problems, and want to grow with a company that’s been building communities for 50 years, this is your opportunity to make an impact every day.

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.

Responsibilities

• Bring spaces to life – perform routine and preventative maintenance, including painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and cleaning.
• Care for the grounds – maintain curb appeal through landscaping, snow/ice removal, and seasonal upkeep.
• Respond with urgency – complete work orders promptly and rotate for emergency on-call coverage (respond within 30 minutes).
• Prioritize quality & compliance – follow all safety, property, and inspection standards with precision.
• Be part of a team that cares – work closely with peers and residents, showing empathy and pride in every repair.

Requirements

• 2+ years of apartment, residential, or facilities maintenance experience (painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, flooring; HVAC experience a plus).
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to cover overtime or nearby communities when needed.
• Basic computer or mobile-app skills for work orders, timekeeping, and training (training provided).
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills, a plus that helps connect with residents.

Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus paid over the first year of employment (three equal installments at 90 days, 6 months, and 12 months).
• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews.
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + 2 volunteer days + 6 weeks fully paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts.
• Retirement plans with company match.
• Incentive-driven wellness program — earn quarterly HSA contributions.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance.
• Ongoing training, certifications, and career growth.
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact.

Pay

Salary range: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time position, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, with on-call rotation. Work schedules may include Saturdays based on property performance needs (occupancy levels, leasing activity, rent collections); weekend coverage is scheduled on a rotating basis when required. Employees support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs.