Maintenance Technician

Overview

Avanath is proud to be named one of the top property management companies to provide affordable housing for the workforce.

Cultivating the American Dream is the purpose that binds the Avanath team. By helping residents call one of our communities’ homes, providing excellence in customer service, or championing our workforce, we are committed to creating an unforgettable experience as a great place to live, work, and be.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will create an environment where people want to live. You will maintain the property to ensure good working order and pleasant curb appeal while providing excellent customer service to your residents.

• An Aptitude for Connecting – Must possess a strong sense for creating a sense of community, with the drive to go the extra mile to create a positive experience for all residents and staff. Success is driven by the relationships built within communities, vendor partners, and regulatory and social services partnerships.
• An Authentic Attitude – Consistently demonstrate an open and professional attitude when accessing and resolving resident and staff concerns, seeking resources across the organization.
• An Approach that is positive and Professional – Actively listen and understand that your participation and support are integral to the success of Avanath.

• 2 years of multifamily maintenance experience highly desired.
• Hands‑on maintenance skills, including plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, HVAC, appliances, pools, etc.
• EPA Type II or Universal certification highly desired; CPO is a plus.
• Availability to be on‑call for emergencies.
• Reliable transportation.
• A positive attitude and a desire to learn and develop your skills.
• Superior customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer knowledge (Windows Word, Excel, email).

• Provide exceptional customer service with every interaction and deliver high‑quality maintenance service.
• Complete assigned work orders from resident requests and preventative maintenance tasks, diagnosing issues and making repairs in accordance with policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
• Complete the “make‑ready” process for vacant apartments, including pre‑move‑out inspection, punch list creation, vendor scheduling, procurement, and final inspection.
• Assist in maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash, pressure‑washing breezeways, sweeping and painting curbs and signage.
• Support cost‑cutting by fixing rather than replacing parts, practicing correct tool use, and keeping inventory organized.
• Assist in periodic property inspections to identify safety concerns and communicate needs to management.

• Practice proper safety techniques and promptly report malfunctions or safety issues.
• Attend and participate in safety meetings and complete required OSHA training.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and operational processes.
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, and other laws.

• Essential staff required to report to work and adhere to safety protocols.
• May need to work during inclement weather.
• Frequent standing and walking, ability to work on uneven ground or elevated sites.
• Occasional squatting, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling.
• May travel to sister communities for support.

We know that our teams are the heart of our success and growth, and we are committed to showing our appreciation.

• Culture built on purpose and core values—integrity, caring, continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off, paid holidays.
• Growth based on achievement, promotion from within.
• Development through online training, classes, one‑on‑one coaching.

Avanath Capital is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We value people of all ages, colors, disabilities, ethnicities, family status, gender identities, languages, national origins, physical and mental abilities, politics, religions, sexual orientations, socioeconomic statuses, veteran status, and other characteristics. Our diversity initiatives include recruitment, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, and ongoing workplace development.