Lead Maintenance Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician Position Type:
Full time

State:
New York | City:
Island Park | Zip Code: 11558

Total Base Pay Range $67,000.00 - $91,000.00

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make Avalon Bay a great place to work.

• 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, including performing turnkey work such as cleaning, carpet cleaning, appliance repair, caulking, painting, and/or repairs to ensure the apartment is ready for occupancy.
• Train, mentor and oversee the work/projects of Maintenance Technicians I and II.
• Conduct apartment Preventative Maintenance (PM).
• Inspect community’s 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 handle these products frequently.
• 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.

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you will be eligible for extra benefits such as discounted housing where available and cell phone reimbursement.

• Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
• Associate recognition program.
• 20% discount on Avalon Bay apartment homes.

Avalon Bay is 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 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.