Maintenance Technician II

AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc. is seeking a qualified Maintenance Technician in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will enhance the living experiences of our residents through effective maintenance skills and ensure timely service on various repair requests.

Responsibilities include diagnosing problems in HVAC and electrical systems, conducting preventive maintenance, and assisting in repairs across the community. We value teamwork and communication, especially regarding customer service.

Our comprehensive benefits include health plans, 401(k) matching, and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in maintenance work.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to accommodate an on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair systems like HVAC and plumbing.
• Complete service requests and repairs timely.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure safety.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical repair

General maintenance repair

Customer service

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

Ready to take your maintenance skills to the next level? At AvalonBay Communities, we're not just maintaining apartment homes; we're creating exceptional living experiences. If you're a talented Maintenance Technician looking to advance your career, you're in the right place. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for executing maintenance requests by diagnosing problems and making repairs in order to maintain the physical condition of the community and ensure that service requests and repairs are made in a timely manner.

• Diagnose and repair problems in areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features (pools, spas, etc.), and waste management systems.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating and equipment/supply standards in a timely manner.
• Ensure vacant apartment homes are rent‑ready in a timely manner. Perform turnkey work as required.
• Conduct apartment preventive maintenance.
• Assist in painting both interior and exterior surfaces.
• Maintain incident and injury‑free safety culture by following all AvalonBay safety policies and procedures and reporting any unsafe behavior or conditions, including nonfunctioning equipment.
• Perform hot works including brazing, soldering, and welding within AvalonBay’s standards.

Qualifications

• 2‑3 years of experience in maintenance work, including knowledge of HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repair work.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to accommodate an on‑call schedule in rotation with the team each month.
• Ability to communicate with associates and residents to provide customer service.
• Ability to read and understand policies and procedures, including Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy, and all Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies, and 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 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 information can be found at 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).
• A 20% discount on our apartment homes.
• A culture built on purpose and our core values: Commitment to Integrity, Spirit of Caring, and 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 achieving our purpose of creating a better way to live requires recruiting, developing, and retaining associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and fostering an environment where all voices are heard, understood, and appreciated.

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, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by 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.

AvalonBay 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 AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice at https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/.