Lead Maintenance Technician

Overview 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 it’s helping someone choose one of our communities as their home, providing great service to our residents, or supporting our fellow associates, we are committed to creating an unforgettable experience as a great place to live—and work. The Role Are you a master of your maintenance trade, ready to make a bigger impact on apartment home living? If you're a seasoned Maintenance Technician with a passion for tackling complex challenges and taking properties to new heights, we want you on our team. AvalonBay Communities is on the hunt for a Lead Maintenance Technician who thrives on innovation, excels in problem‑solving, and is determined to provide residents with an extraordinary living experience. Responsibilities Diagnose and repair problems in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features, waste management systems. Assist with creating and/or organizing work orders and general maintenance tasks. Complete assigned work orders and repairs consistent with company operating and equipment/supply standards in a timely manner. Ensure vacant apartment homes and car garages are rent‑ready on time, including performing turnkey work such as cleaning, carpet cleaning, appliance repair, caulking, painting, and other repairs. Train, mentor, and oversee work/projects of Maintenance Technicians I and IIs. Conduct apartment preventative maintenance (PM). Inspect community grounds and buildings daily to identify maintenance needs. Maintain an incident‑ and injury‑free safety culture by following all AVB safety policies and procedures. Perform hot works when applicable, including brazing, soldering, and welding within AVB standards. Provide excellent customer service to associates and residents. Read and understand policies and procedures including Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy, and all Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures. Qualifications 3+ years of experience in maintenance work, including HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance. Valid driver’s license. HVAC CFC certification or willingness/desire to obtain it. Availability to accommodate an on‑call schedule in rotation with the team each month. Strong communication skills with associates and residents. Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper use. Basic understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations, and sequence of operations. Knowledge of paint types and paint tools. Benefits Health, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation and holidays. Tuition reimbursement. Employee stock purchase plan. Discounted housing and cell phone reimbursement. Retirement matching and other employee benefits. 20% discount on our apartment homes. Additional Info AvalonBay is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop, and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that encourage all voices to be heard, understood, and appreciated. AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law. AvalonBay will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements under the law. For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice: #J-18808-Ljbffr AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc.