Maintenance Technician III

AvalonBay Communities; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 64,500 - 87,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted housing

Cell phone reimbursement

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

AvalonBay Communities is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician in Baltimore, Maryland. This role demands a master of maintenance trades ready to provide exceptional living experiences to residents.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing various maintenance issues, supervising junior technicians, and ensuring properties are safe and functional. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, AvalonBay offers a great opportunity for skilled individuals focused on innovation and quality service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in maintenance work, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to learn HVAC (CFC) certifications.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliance issues.
• Complete maintenance tasks and work orders on time.
• Train and mentor Maintenance Technicians I and II.

Skills

HVAC repair

Plumbing

Electrical

General maintenance repair

Customer service

Job description

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long‑term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk‑adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Position Type

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
State: Maryland
City: Baltimore
Zip Code: 21202
Total Base Pay Range: $64,500.00 – $87,500.00

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.

AvalonBay Communities 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 AvalonBay and be part of the evolution of exceptional apartment living!

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and overall functionality of our properties. Your expertise will be essential in maintaining and enhancing our residents’ living experiences. The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems and making repairs in order 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 II.
• 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 AVB safety policies and procedures.
• Perform Hot Works, when applicable, including brazing, soldering, and welding within AVB Standards.

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you will also be eligible for extra benefits such as discounted housing where available and cell phone reimbursement.

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 associates 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, 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

• Comprehensive benefits—health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more.
• 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 incredible apartment homes.
• A culture built on purpose and our core values—Integrity, Caring and 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, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, 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 are being 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 (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/).