Avalonbay Communities
Develops, redevelops, acquires, and manages high-quality apartment communities in the U.S.
Maintenance Manager
Oversee maintenance operations and staff for residential communities, ensuring quality and compliance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance and preventive maintenance for assigned communities, covering building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, major appliances, and amenities. The associate ensures compliance with AvalonBay’s operational standards and applicable laws, conducts property visits, works with on‑site supervisors to improve performance, and maintains oversight of all maintenance operations.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸hvac
- ▸electrical
- ▸plumbing
- ▸compliance
- ▸property visits
What You Bring
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, where applicable. • 3-5 years of apartment maintenance with strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, and related equipment. • Complete understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations, and sequence of operations. • 2+ years of people management experience, with ability to supervise, develop, and coach associates. • EPA Type I, II Certification, where applicable. • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, where applicable. • On‑call availability with response within 1 hour of dispatch. • Effective communication with associates, residents, and vendors to maintain customer service standards. • Consistent reporting of work schedules and accurate documentation of time worked.
Requirements
- ▸hvac
- ▸electrical
- ▸plumbing
- ▸carpentry
- ▸cpo
- ▸people management
Benefits
Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. At AvalonBay, every day is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, whether by helping residents choose a home, providing great service, or supporting fellow associates. The company is committed to delivering an unforgettable experience as a great place to live and work. AvalonBay supports its teams with comprehensive benefits—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan—along with growth opportunities, associate recognition programs, a 20 % discount on apartment homes, and a culture built on integrity, caring, and continuous improvement. Founded in 1993, AvalonBay has a strong track record of serving people and growing communities in top U.S. markets. If you thrive on responsibility, are passionate about setting new standards for customers, and possess strong leadership skills, you are encouraged to introduce yourself to recruiters for potential opportunities. AvalonBay offers competitive compensation and benefits among the best in the industry.
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