Maintenance Technician II

XCORP AvalonBay Communities Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Vivmark Residential is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician who can diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance issues across apartment communities. The role requires delivering timely service, mentoring junior techs, and ensuring units are ready for occupancy.

The position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow within a major rental housing operator. Join Vivmark to contribute to high-quality living environments for residents nationwide.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience with HVAC, plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license.
• HVAC (CFC certs) or willingness to learn.
• On-call schedule in rotation with the team.
• Strong communication with residents and team members.
• Ability to read policies including SDS and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of PPE and safe chemical handling.
• Understanding of emergency systems and shutoffs.
• Familiarity with painting types and tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry and related systems.
• Assist with organizing and prioritizing work orders and tasks.
• Complete work orders to company standards and timelines.
• Ensure vacant units are rent-ready through turn‑key repairs.
• Train and mentor Maintenance Technicians I/II.
• Perform preventative maintenance on systems and grounds.
• Inspect grounds and buildings daily for maintenance needs.
• Maintain safety culture and proper use of PPE.
• Perform hot works when needed under safety standards.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

General maintenance

On-call availability

Communication

Policy comprehension

PPE knowledge

Paint/finishing

Job description

Maintenance Technician II

Position Type: Full time

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

State: Massachusetts | City: Chestnut Hill | Zip Code: 02467

Total Base Pay Range: $64,500.00 - $87,500.00

Overview: Vivmark Residential exists to set the mark for what home can be. Formed through the merger of AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential, Vivmark brings together two industry leaders with a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional living experiences. Our vision is to be the most trusted and best-performing rental housing company in America - one that continues to get better as it grows. And we're looking for people who want to help us do it. As an owner, developer, and manager of more than 180,000 apartment homes in major markets across the US, we have the scale to offer something most companies can't. At Vivmark, team members move up and across functions, markets, and disciplines, building lasting careers. We invest in team members' growth, development, and capabilities that make them and us better, and we hold ourselves to the highest standard as an employer. The best people want to work here. We hope you're one of them.

The Role

Are you a master of your maintenance trade, ready to make a bigger impact on apartment home living? If you're a seasoned Maintenance Technician with a passion for tackling complex challenges and taking properties to new heights, we want you on our team. Vivmark Residential is on the hunt for a Lead Maintenance Technician who thrives on innovation, excels in problem-solving, and is determined to provide residents with an extraordinary living experience. Step up to a role that lets you shine and be a pivotal force in redefining the pinnacle of style and comfort. Join us at Vivmark and be part of the evolution of exceptional apartment living!

The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems and making repairs to maintain the physical condition of the community and to ensure that service requests and repairs are made in a timely manner.

• 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, mentor, and oversee 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 Vivmark's safety policies and procedures.
• Perform Hot Works, when applicable, including brazing, soldering, and welding within Vivmark's Standards.

You Have:

• 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 team members 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.

How Vivmark Supports You:

• A competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and company holidays, and exclusive team member housing discounts.
• Additional benefits such as discounted housing where available and cell phone reimbursement.

Additional Info:

Vivmark Residential 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.

Vivmark Residential 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.

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

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

Vivmark Residential does not require or request that you provide any information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Please redact this information prior to the submission of your application and/or leave these fields incomplete on your application.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to Vivmark Residential you accept the Vivmark Residential California Personnel Privacy Notice https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/