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 Ready to take your maintenance skills to the next level? At AvalonBay Communities, we’re not just maintaining apartment homes; we’re creating exceptional living experiences. If you’re a talented Maintenance Technician looking to advance your career, you’re in the right place. Our team is searching for a Maintenance Technician who is ready to tackle challenges, bring innovative solutions to the table, and ensure our residents enjoy a superior quality of living. If you’re passionate about fixing, enhancing, and perfecting, we want you to be a part of our dynamic community. Join us at AvalonBay and help redefine what it means to live in style and comfort! Responsibilities Diagnose and repair problems in areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features (pools, spas, etc.), and waste management systems. Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistently with company operating and equipment/supply standards and in a timely manner. Ensure vacant apartment homes are rent‑ready in a timely manner. Perform turnkey work as required. Conduct apartment preventive maintenance. Assist in painting both interior and exterior surfaces. Maintain an incident and injury‑free safety culture by following all AvalonBay safety policies and procedures and reporting any unsafe behavior or conditions, including non‑functioning equipment. Perform hot works including brazing, soldering, and welding within AvalonBay’s standards. Qualifications 2–3 years of experience in maintenance work, including knowledge surrounding HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repair work. A valid driver’s license. Ability to accommodate an on‑call schedule in rotation with the team each month. Ability to communicate with our associates and residents to provide customer service. Ability to read and understand policies and procedures, including but not limited to Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy, and all Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures. Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies, with frequent handling of these products. Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ability to use it properly. Basic understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations, and sequence of operations. Demonstrates knowledge of paint types and paint tools. How AvalonBay Supports You We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation. We offer comprehensive benefits – health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan, and more. Growth is based on achievement and promotion from within. Associate recognition (a company‑wide recognition program that celebrates efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization). A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes. A culture built on purpose and our core values – Commitment to Integrity, Spirit of Caring, and Focus on Continuous Improvement. 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 and create an environment that encourages 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 (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), 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. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. AvalonBay does not require or request that you provide any information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Please redact this information prior to the submission of your application and/or leave these fields incomplete on your application. For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr