Maintenance Technician, IFM - Tampa FL

About the role

Ensure assigned properties remain safe, functional, and well-maintained by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of building and apartment systems.

Provide timely, high-quality service to residents, support preventative maintenance programs, and help preserve property's physical assets through consistent care and attention.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Document completed work and report recurring issues or safety concerns to your supervisor.

Requirements

• 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.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned properties; vehicle insurance as required.
• 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.

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.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned properties; vehicle insurance as required.
• 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.

Skills

• EPA certification (Type I, II, or Universal).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance, facilities, or multi-family housing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned properties.
• Technical skills in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, and general building systems.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Safety and operational skills.
• Communication and customer-service skills.
• Physical work capabilities.
• On-call schedule participation.

Benefits

Join a company that is committed to providing 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.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Company Information

Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Founded in 2005, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio. As one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland is committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cortland is a drug-free workplace and participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States. Cortland is committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.