Apartment Maintenance Manager - The Avalyn

AIR Communities; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% target bonus

Monthly CSAT bonuses up to $250

100% Rent Discount at AIR community

Paid time off: vacation, sick time, 14

Apartment on-site living option

401(k) with up to 6% match

Paid parental leave up to 16 weeks

Tuition assistance & up to 100% cert/l

Community service time (15 hrs/year)

Commuter benefits & pet insurance

Job summary

AIR Communities is actively seeking an Apartment Maintenance Manager for The Avalyn in Chula Vista, CA. You will lead the maintenance operation, oversee apartment turns and preventative maintenance, and develop a high-performing team to ensure safe, attractive, well‑cared-for communities.

You will manage vendors and budgets, communicate needs to management, and ensure compliance with standards. Strong leadership and hands-on problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of maintenance and facilities management experience within property management.
• 1+ years of leadership experience.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Reliable transportation and flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a maintenance team.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, apartment turns, and resident service requests.
• Manage vendors, budgets, and daily maintenance operations.
• Communicate maintenance and capital improvement needs to management.
• Ensure compliance with AIR standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Deliver exceptional service to residents and team members.

Skills

Maintenance management

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Budget management

Vendor management

English communications

Job description

Apartment Maintenance Manager - The Avalyn

• Full-time
• Department: Maintenance
• Employee Type: Regular
• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Who We Are

AIR Communities owns and operates best-in-class apartment communities in major markets across the country. Our communities are managed by team members who are passionate about providing world class customer service to our residents.

We are hiring an Apartment Maintenance Manager for our apartment community, The Avalyn, in Chula Vista, CA.

Maintenance Managers make our apartment communities great places to live. We take pride in maintaining communities that are safe, attractive, and well cared for, and our residents consistently tell us that quality maintenance is one of the top reasons they choose to call AIR home.

As a Maintenance Manager, you will lead the maintenance operation, oversee apartment turns and preventative maintenance, manage vendors and budgets, and develop a high-performing team.

What We Offer

AIR offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to reward performance and support your success, including:

• Expected pay of $80,000-$90,000 annually plus a 15% target bonus opportunity. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Monthly Customer Service Satisfaction Bonuses. Team members who consistently provide positive resident experiences may earn up to $250 per month.
• 100% Rent Discount at any AIR community.
• Additional benefits listed below.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop a maintenance team.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, apartment turns, and resident service requests.
• Manage vendors, budgets, and daily maintenance operations.
• Communicate maintenance and capital improvement needs to management.
• Ensure compliance with AIR standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Deliver exceptional service to residents and team members.

What You Have

• At least 3 years of maintenance and facilities management experience within the property management industry.
• 1+years of leadership experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Ability and willingness to perform physical work as needed.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Who You Are

• Passionate about leading teams.
• Mechanically inclined and solution-focused.
• Customer service oriented.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• A strong troubleshooter and problem solver.
• Motivated to deliver results.

• Paid time off includingvacation, sick time, and 14holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• AnApartment Benefitoption is availableto live on-site at the community you are working
• 401(k) planwith up to 6%employer match.
• Paid parental leaveof up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to100% reimbursementfor job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours ofpaid time annually forcommunity service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training,andcareer growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: Theinitial deadlinefor applications is 11/16/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-paneldrug screening thatexcludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.