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Maintenance Technician
full-time•United States•$54k - $77k
About this role
Maintenance Technician
Position Type:
Full timeState:
North CarolinaCity:
MorrisvilleZip Code
27560Overview
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.
Our team is searching for a Maintenance Technician who is ready to tackle challenges, bring innovative solutions to the table, and ensure our residents enjoy a superior quality of living. If you're passionate about fixing, enhancing, and perfecting, we want you to be a part of our dynamic community. Join us at AvalonBay and be a part of redefining what it means to live in style and comfort!
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 to ensure that service requests and repairs are made in a timely manner. As a maintenance technician, you will be the talented individual who:
• Diagnoses and repairs 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.
• Completes assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating and equipment/supply standards and in a timely manner.
• Ensures vacant apartment homes are rent-ready in a timely manner. Perform turnkey work as required.
• Conducts apartment Preventative Maintenance
• Assist in painting both interior and exterior surfaces
• Maintains Incident and Injury Free safety culture by following all AvalonBay safety policies and procedures and reporting any unsafe behavior or conditions including nonfunctioning equipment.
• Performs Hot Works including brazing, soldering, and welding within AvalonBay’s Standards.
You Have:
• 2-3 years of experience in maintenance work, including knowledge surrounding 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 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, 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 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. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.
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 – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).
A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A 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 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 (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.
AvalonBay will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements under the law.
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/)
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems and making repairs to maintain the physical condition of the community. This includes executing maintenance requests in a timely manner and ensuring vacant apartments are rent-ready.
About AvalonBay Communities
At AvalonBay, we're driven by a bold purpose: creating a better way to live. We bring this to life by delivering distinctive living experiences that customers value, creating a workplace where associates thrive, and achieving superior results for shareholders.
As a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), AvalonBay focuses on developing, redeveloping, acquiring, and managing high-quality apartment communities in some of the nation’s most desirable markets — including the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Pacific Northwest, California, Colorado, Texas, North Carolina, and Southeast Florida.
Today, AvalonBay owns and operates more than 90,000 apartment homes across the U.S., with a continued focus on sustainable growth, innovation, and enhancing the lives of our residents.
Recent Awards & Recognition:
· USA Today Top Workplace 2025
· Washington Post Top Workplace 2025
· Green Lease Leaders: Gold Landlord Award (2024)
· Forbes Net Zero Leaders Top 100 (Inaugural List)
· Human Rights Campaign: Equality 100 – Leaders in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion (2023–2024)
· Washington Business Journal: Greater Washington’s Top 50 Corporate Philanthropy
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does AvalonBay Communities pay for a Maintenance Technician?
AvalonBay Communities offers a competitive compensation package for the Maintenance Technician role. The salary range is USD 55k - 78k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Maintenance Technician do at AvalonBay Communities?
As a Maintenance Technician at AvalonBay Communities, you will: the Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems and making repairs to maintain the physical condition of the community. This includes executing maintenance requests in a timely manner and ensuring vacant apartments are rent-ready..
Is the Maintenance Technician position at AvalonBay Communities remote?
The Maintenance Technician position at AvalonBay Communities is based in United States, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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