Avalonbay Communities
Develops, redevelops, acquires, and manages high-quality apartment communities in the U.S.
Maintenance Technician
Perform repairs and maintenance on apartment community systems and units
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems and completing repairs promptly to maintain the community’s physical condition and meet service request timelines. • Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features, and waste management systems. • Complete service requests and repairs per company standards in a timely manner. • Prepare vacant apartments for rent promptly, performing turnkey work as needed. • Conduct apartment preventative maintenance. • Assist with interior and exterior painting. • Maintain an incident‑free safety culture by following safety policies and reporting hazards or non‑functioning equipment. • Perform hot works such as brazing, soldering, and welding according to AvalonBay standards. • Cover an on‑call rotation schedule each month. • Provide customer service by communicating effectively with associates and residents. • Identify cleaning and chemical supplies, interpret SDS information, and apply chemicals safely. • Know and correctly use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hvac repair
- ▸plumbing repair
- ▸electrical repair
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸hot works
- ▸customer service
What You Bring
• Have 2–3 years of maintenance experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs. • Possess a valid driver’s license. • Read and understand key policies, including Key Control, Apartment Home Turnover, and Maintenance Emergency procedures. • Understand emergency system shutoffs, locations, and operation sequences. • Demonstrate knowledge of paint types and painting tools.
Requirements
- ▸hvac
- ▸plumbing
- ▸electrical
- ▸driver's license
- ▸emergency shutoffs
- ▸painting
Benefits
Maintenance Technician – Full time position in Brooklyn, NY (ZIP 11201) with a base pay range of $57,000.00 to $80,500.00. AvalonBay’s purpose is to create a better way to live, and the company expects associates to collaborate, innovate, and take ownership to deliver value for customers, investors, and colleagues. The role offers an opportunity to elevate maintenance skills while contributing to exceptional living experiences. AvalonBay seeks a proactive Maintenance Technician who embraces challenges, offers innovative solutions, and ensures residents enjoy a high quality of life. AvalonBay supports its teams with comprehensive benefits—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, 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 grounded in integrity, caring, and continuous improvement. For California residents, applying to AvalonBay indicates acceptance of the California Personnel Privacy Notice. The company encourages new talent to connect with recruiters and highlights its long‑standing track record since 1993 of serving communities and offering competitive compensation and benefits.
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