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AvalonBay Communities

REIT developing, acquiring, managing apartment communities

Lead Maintenance Technician

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWestbury, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of maintenance work experience, including knowledge of HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance repair.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • HVAC CFC certifications, or willingness and desire to learn.
  • Ability to accommodate a monthly rotating on-call schedule.
  • Ability to communicate with team members and residents to provide customer service.
  • Ability to read and understand policies and procedures, including the Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy, and Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures.
  • Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets, understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies, and frequently handle these products.
  • Knowledge of personal protective equipment and ability to use it properly.
  • Basic understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, their locations, and sequence of operations.
  • Knowledge of paint types and paint tools.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair issues involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, major appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting and wallpaper, water features such as pools and spas, and waste management systems.
  • Assist with creating or organizing work orders and general maintenance tasks; complete assigned work orders and repairs in accordance with company operating and equipment and supply standards, in a timely manner.
  • Prepare vacant apartments and garages for occupancy in a timely manner, including turnkey work such as cleaning, carpet cleaning, appliance repair, caulking, painting, and other repairs.
  • Train and mentor Maintenance Technicians I and II, and oversee their work and projects.
  • Conduct apartment preventative maintenance.
  • Inspect community grounds and buildings daily to identify maintenance needs.
  • Follow company safety policies and procedures to maintain an Incident and Injury Free safety culture.
  • Perform hot work when applicable, including brazing, soldering, and welding, in accordance with company standards.

About the Company

AvalonBay Communities

REIT developing, acquiring, managing apartment communities

AvalonBay is a REIT focused on developing, redeveloping, acquiring, and managing multifamily apartment communities in the United States. It generates revenue mainly from rental income and uses vertical integration by acting as its own general contractor to control construction costs and quality. The company differentiates itself through tight control of the construction process and strong asset management and customer service in well-located markets with high barriers to entry. Its goal is to provide stable and growing returns to investors by building and operating a high-quality, diversified portfolio of apartment communities in economically strong markets.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Arlington County, VA
Founded
1978

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