Maintenance Coordinator I

AvalonBay Communities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

20% discount on apartment homes

Job summary

A leading property management company in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Coordinator I to provide administrative support to maintenance teams, ensuring smooth operations and budget monitoring. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and at least 2 years of administrative experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Join us for a rewarding career with benefits including health, dental, and a supportive corporate culture.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in administration required; property management experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and track budgets.
• Act as a communication link between departments.
• Assist with contracts and statements of work.
• Organize staff meetings and schedules.
• Train and guide Community Coordinator I staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma required; bachelor's preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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

The Role

The Maintenance Coordinator I helps maintenance teams and directors in a region or group of communities. The role focuses on administrative support, compliance, financial tracking, vendor coordination, and record keeping. You’ll make sure processes run smoothly, budgets are monitored, and projects are completed on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Support (30%)
  • Process invoices and track budgets.
  • Report on variances, accruals, and disputed invoices.
  • Analyze expenses to spot trends or issues.
• Operations & Admin Support (30%)
  • Act as a communication link between departments.
  • Help with safety initiatives (meetings, compliance checks).
  • Keep maintenance and environmental records updated.
  • Track quality metrics (e.g., move-in success rate) and follow up with teams.
• Project & Vendor Management (20%)
  • Assist with contracts and statements of work.
  • Coordinate large projects and RFPs.
  • Work with vendors to schedule and track progress.
  • Support capital planning and monitor insurance/contract compliance.
• Regional Admin Support (15%)
  • Organize staff meetings, schedules, and reports.
  • Track preventative maintenance and ticket completion.
• Team Support (5%)
  • Train and guide Community Coordinator I staff.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience: 2–3 years in administration; property management experience is a plus.
• Skills: Strong communication, organization, multitasking, and problem‑solving.
• Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to create reports and presentations.
• Other: Attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and basic math skills.

Work Environment

• Office-based role with occasional physical activity (lifting up to 25 pounds, climbing stairs/ladders).
• Normal office setting with standard equipment.

How AvalonBay Supports You

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.

We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits – health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits)
• Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
• Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).
• A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
• A culture built on purpose and our core values – A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.

Additional Info

AvalonBay 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 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. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

AvalonBay will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements under the law.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

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