Sr Maintenance Manager

Equity Residential; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Team member housing discounts

Job summary

AvalonBay is seeking a Senior Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations for one or more communities in Seal Beach, CA. You will direct preventive maintenance, manage a skilled team, and uphold safety and quality standards across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facilities.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in apartment maintenance with strong technical knowledge, EPA Type I/II and CPO where applicable, and proven leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of apartment maintenance or related field experience with strong HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and equipment knowledge.
• 2+ years of people management experience preferred; ability to supervise and coach.
• EPA Type I/II Certification where applicable; CPO certification where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations for one or more communities, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and routine repairs for building systems, amenities and major appliances.
• Coordinate with on-site supervisors to improve team performance and resident experience.

Skills

Maintenance management

HVAC knowledge

Electrical/plumbing knowhow

Emergency systems understanding

People management

EPA Type I/II Certification

CPO certification

Job description

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.

Job Description

Sr Maintenance Manager

Position Type

Full time

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

State

California

City

Seal Beach

Zip Code

90740

Total Base Pay Range

$89,500.00 - $134,500.00

The Role

Are you ready to take the helm of an extraordinary maintenance team and revolutionize the apartment living experience? At Vivmark Residential, we don't just manage properties; we pioneer exceptional living experiences. If you're an accomplished maintenance professional with a passion for innovation and a vision for excellence, your next career move is here. Vivmark Residential is searching for a Senior Maintenance Manager, a true industry leader who will spearhead our maintenance operations, set new standards for quality, and ensure our residents experience nothing short of luxury living. Join us in redefining what it means to live in style and comfort the future of apartment management starts here! The Senior Maintenance Manager is responsible for the management of the maintenance and preventive maintenance efforts for one or more assigned communities, including the physical aspects of the building(s), HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, major appliances, and amenities. This team member ensures efforts meet Vivmark s operational standards and any applicable laws and regulations. At Neighborhoods, conduct property visits, work with on-site supervisor to increase proficiency/performance of community, and maintain oversight of Maintenance operations. The best people want to work here. We hope you're one of them. This position will oversee the eaves Seal Beach, Avalon Cerritos and eaves Cerritos communities.

You Have

• A valid driver s license and automobile insurance, where applicable.
• 3-5 years of apartment maintenance or related field including strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting/wallpaper, water features (pools, spas, etc.), fitness equipment, waste management systems. Ability to understand basic knowledge of boilers, chillers, chilling towers, sprinklers and steam systems.
• Complete understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations and sequence of operations.
• At least 2 years of people management experience preferred; The ability to supervise and develop new team members and provide feedback and coaching resulting in improved performance as demonstrated by work experience.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Type I, II Certification, where applicable.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, where applicable.
• Ability to be available after hours if needed.
• Ability to communicate with team members, residents and vendors in order to maintain Vivmark s customer service standards.
• Ability to regularly and consistently report on time, work assigned schedule and accurately document/verify time worked.

How Vivmark Supports You

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

We Offer

• 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 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 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.

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