Avalonbay Communities
Develops, redevelops, acquires, and manages high-quality apartment communities in the U.S.
Maintenance Technician II
Perform maintenance repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other systems for apartments.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Maintenance Technician executes maintenance requests by diagnosing problems and performing repairs to keep the community’s physical condition optimal and to complete service requests promptly. • Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware, masonry, painting, 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 needed. • Conduct apartment preventative maintenance. • Assist with interior and exterior painting. • Maintain an incident‑ and injury‑free safety culture by following AvalonBay safety policies and reporting hazards. • Perform hot works, including brazing, soldering, and welding, per AvalonBay standards. • Participate in an on‑call schedule rotation each month. • Provide customer service through effective communication with associates and residents. • Identify, handle, and apply cleaning chemicals safely, following Hazard Communication SDS guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸systems repair
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸rent‑ready
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸hot works
- ▸customer service
What You Bring
At AvalonBay Communities, maintenance technicians do more than maintain apartment homes—they create exceptional living experiences. We are seeking a talented Maintenance Technician who is ready to tackle challenges, bring innovative solutions, and ensure residents enjoy superior quality of living. Join our dynamic community to redefine style and comfort. The ideal candidate has 2‑3 years of experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance, a valid driver’s license, and can participate in an on‑call rotation. Strong communication skills, the ability to follow policies and safety procedures, and knowledge of PPE, chemical handling, and emergency systems are required. • 2‑3 years of maintenance experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs. • Hold a valid driver’s license. • Read and understand policies such as Key Control, Apartment Home Turnover, and Maintenance Emergency procedures. • Use personal protective equipment correctly. • Understand basic emergency system shutoffs, locations, and operation sequences. • Demonstrate knowledge of paint types and tools.
Requirements
- ▸hvac
- ▸plumbing
- ▸electrical
- ▸driver's license
- ▸ppe
- ▸on‑call
Benefits
AvalonBay supports its team with comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan. We foster growth through achievement‑based promotions, associate recognition programs, a 20% discount on apartment homes, and a culture built on integrity, caring, and continuous improvement. We continuously seek new talent; interested candidates can introduce themselves to our recruiters. Founded in 1993, AvalonBay has a strong track record of serving people and growing communities across top U.S. markets, offering competitive compensation and benefits.
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