Lead Maintenance Technician

Success Profile

We have found that the following traits and attributes help lead to a successful future in maintenance.

• Problem Solver
• Efficient
• Team Player
• Detail-Oriented
• Productive
• Responsible

Culture

• We're driven by a bold purpose: creating a better way to live

• All AvalonBay associates play a key role in bringing our purpose to life

• A Commitment to Integrity

• A Spirit of Caring

• A Focus on Continuous Improvement

• Promotion from Within

• Growth Based on Achievement

• Cross Departmental Learning

• Professional Development

• High-Performance Culture

• Associate Recognition

Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Housing Discount

• Career Development

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair problems in such areas 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 apartment is ready for occupancy.

• Train, mentors and oversees work/projects of Maintenance Technicians I and IIs.

• Conduct apartment Preventative Maintenance (PM).

• Inspect community’s grounds and buildings on a daily basis to identify maintenance needs.

• Maintain 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.

Qualifications

• 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 our associates and residents in order 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, ability to read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ability to understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies and ability to frequently handle these products.

• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ability to use properly.

• Basic understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations and sequence of operations.

• Demonstrates knowledge of paint types and paint tools.