Maintenance Technician - Bay

AIR Communities; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent discount

Bonuses up to $250/mo

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

AIR Communities in San Diego, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the Bay community. You will perform repairs and maintenance to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and carpentry, while delivering excellent resident service.

Salary ranges from $25.00 to $28.00 hourly with bonuses and benefits, including rent discounts and career growth opportunities. The role requires at least 2 years of maintenance experience and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in apartment, residential, facilities, hotel, or commercial property maintenance.
• Proficient in at least two technical trades including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or carpentry.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• Reliable transportation to respond to emergency service requests while on call.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Complete apartment turns to deliver an excellent move-in experience.
• Respond to resident service requests and perform repairs related to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs efficiently and professionally.
• Perform preventative maintenance to maintain appearance, safety, and operation of the community.
• Assist with move-in and move-out inspections as needed.
• Help maintain organized shops, tools, and work areas.
• Provide outstanding customer service to residents and team members.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergency maintenance requests.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Appliance repair

English proficiency

On-call flexibility

Job description

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.

Job Description

We are hiring a Maintenance Technician for our apartment community, Bay, in San Diego, CA.

At AIR Communities, Maintenance Technicians play a critical role in creating an exceptional resident experience. Whether you're preparing apartment homes for new move-ins, completing service requests, or helping maintain the community, you'll use your technical skills to deliver quality work and exceptional service every day.

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

• Expected pay rate of $25.00-$28.00 hourly.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.
• 50% apartment rent discount available at any AIR Community.
• Career Growth Opportunities. AIR prefers to promote from within and provides training and development programs to help prepare you for what's next.
• Additional Benefits listed below.

How We Support You

• Innovative technology helping you prioritize tasks and assist residents efficiently
• Fully stocked and organized shops reducing the time it takes to resolve issues (tools may be available onsite, varies by community)
• Supportive leadership and teammates
• Ascend: AIR’s newest maintenance development program customized to your individual career path to help you realize your potential and achieve your goals.

What You Will Do

• Complete apartment turns to deliver an excellent move-in experience for new residents.
• Respond to resident service requests and perform repairs related to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, and other building systems.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs efficiently and professionally.
• Perform preventative maintenance to maintain the appearance, safety, and operation of the community.
• Assist with move-in and move-out inspections as needed.
• Help maintain organized shops, tools, and work areas.
• Provide outstanding customer service to residents and team members.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergency maintenance requests.

Qualifications

Who You Are

• A detail-oriented problem solver who takes pride in fixing things right the first time.
• Customer-focused and committed to creating positive resident experiences.
• Comfortable using technology to manage work orders and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Dependable, motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable team player who contributes to the success of the maintenance team.

What You Have

• At least 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably in apartment, residential, facilities, hotel, or commercial property maintenance.
• Proficient skills in at least two technical trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or carpentry.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• Reliable transportation to respond to emergency service requests while on call.
• Ability to safely lift and move tools, equipment, and maintenance materials.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Additional Information

• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 50% rent discountavailable at any AIR Community(a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• 401(k) planwith employer contribution.
• Paid parental leaveof up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% 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:Theinitialdeadline for applications isWednesday November 11,2026.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.