Avalonbay Communities
Develops, redevelops, acquires, and manages high-quality apartment communities in the U.S.
Maintenance Technician II
Perform maintenance, repairs, and preventative tasks in apartments across various systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role invites experienced maintenance technicians to elevate their skills and contribute to exceptional living experiences. At AvalonBay, technicians not only maintain apartment homes but also innovate solutions that enhance quality of life for residents. The Maintenance Technician executes maintenance requests by diagnosing problems and performing repairs to preserve the community’s physical condition. Service requests and repairs are completed promptly, and vacant apartments are turned over to be rent‑ready in a timely manner. • Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features, and waste management systems. • Complete assigned service requests and repairs according to company standards in a timely manner. • Ensure vacant apartments are rent‑ready promptly and perform turnkey work as required. • Conduct apartment preventative maintenance. • Assist in painting interior and exterior surfaces. • Maintain an incident‑ and injury‑free safety culture by following AvalonBay safety policies and reporting unsafe conditions or equipment. • Perform hot works—including brazing, soldering, and welding—within AvalonBay standards.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hvac repair
- ▸plumbing repair
- ▸electrical repair
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸apartment turnover
- ▸hot works
What You Bring
Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years of maintenance experience across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs, possess a valid driver’s license, and can participate in a monthly on‑call rotation. Strong communication skills are essential for delivering customer service to residents and team members while adhering to company policies and safety procedures. • 2–3 years of maintenance experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs. • Valid driver’s license. • Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation schedule. • Strong customer‑service communication with associates and residents. • Ability to read and follow policies and procedures (e.g., key control, turnover, emergency). • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, SDS, and proper application of supplies. • Understanding and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). • Basic knowledge of emergency system shutoffs and operation sequences. • Familiarity with paint types and tools.
Requirements
- ▸hvac
- ▸plumbing
- ▸electrical
- ▸driver's license
- ▸on‑call
- ▸customer service
Benefits
AvalonBay supports its associates with comprehensive benefits—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan—along with growth opportunities, recognition programs, a 20 % resident discount, and a culture grounded in integrity, caring, and continuous improvement. The company continuously seeks new talent; interested candidates can introduce themselves to recruiters for potential matches. Founded in 1993, AvalonBay serves top U.S. markets, offering competitive compensation and benefits for those who thrive on responsibility and leadership.
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