Lead Maintenance Technician

Overview

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. At Avalon Bay, 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.

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.

Avalon Bay 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. Step up to a role that lets you shine and be a pivotal force in redefining the pinnacle of style and comfort.

• 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.
• 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 and in a timely manner.
• Ensure vacant apartment homes and car garages are rent‑ready in a timely manner, performing turnkey work such as cleaning, carpet cleaning, appliance repair, caulking, painting, and other repairs to ensure apartments are ready for occupancy.
• Train, mentor and oversee work/projects of Maintenance Technicians I and II.
• Conduct apartment prevent‑ative maintenance (PM).
• Inspect community grounds and buildings on a daily basis 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.

• 3+ years of experience in maintenance work, including knowledge surrounding HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repair work.
• A valid driver’s license.
• HVAC (CFC certifications required – or willingness/desire to learn).
• Ability to accommodate an on‑call schedule in rotation with the team each month.
• Ability to communicate with 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), understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies, and frequently handle 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.

Avalon Bay offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan, and more. Employees are eligible for a 20% discount on Avalon Bay apartment homes and cell phone reimbursement. Growth opportunities are based on achievement with promotion from within. Associate recognition programs celebrate associate efforts and successes.

Avalon Bay 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 in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must hire, 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.

With this, we know we can do great things.

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