Maintenance Technician - Sitka

Overview

Avanath is proud to be named one of the top property management companies to provide affordable housing for the workforce. Cultivating the American Dream is the purpose that binds the Avanath team. Every day is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life by helping residents call one of our communities home, providing excellence in customer service, or championing our workforce.

We are committed to creating an unforgettable experience as a great place to live, work, and be.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will maintain the property to ensure good working order and pleasant curb appeal while providing excellent customer service to your residents. The incumbent must possess a high degree of professionalism and positive engagement for our residents and the workforce.

• Strong sense of connecting – create a sense of community and go the extra mile to a positive experience for residents and staff.
• Authentic attitude – consistently demonstrate an open and professional attitude and approach when accessing and resolving resident and staff concerns.
• Positive and professional approach – active listening, ensuring each resident and staff feel seen, heard and valued.

• 2 years of multifamily maintenance experience highly desired.
• Hands‑on maintenance skills including plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, HVAC, appliances, pools, etc.
• EPA Type II or Universal certification highly desired; CPO is a plus.
• Availability to be on‑call to address any emergencies.
• Reliable transportation.
• Positive attitude and desire to learn and develop skills.
• Superior customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Basic computer knowledge – Windows (Word, Excel), internet and e‑mail.

• Provide exceptional customer service in every interaction and deliver high‑quality maintenance service.
• Complete assigned work orders from resident requests and preventative maintenance; diagnose, repair, and follow policies and safety standards.
• Complete the “make‑ready” process for vacant apartments, including pre‑move‑out inspection, punch list, vendor scheduling, supplies, and inspection of completed work.
• Assist with grounds, common areas, and amenities maintenance such as trash removal, pressure washing, general cleaning, and painting signage.
• Support cost‑cutting and expense‑control by fixing rather than replacing parts, and using tools correctly.
• Conduct routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk concerns, keeping the property in good repair and communicating needs to management.
• Track inventory and notify supervisors of re‑ordering needs.
• Adhere to rules, regulations, and guidelines, including proper safety techniques and reporting any malfunctions or incidents.
• Comply with safety and risk‑management policies, attending meetings and completing required training.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and operational processes.
• Conduct business according to company policies and the Fair Housing Act, ADA, and other industry‑related laws.
• Accept physical demands such as frequent standing, walking, squatting, bending, pushing, pulling, and occasional travel to sister communities.

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

• Culture built on purpose and core values – integrity, caring, continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits – health, dental & vision, 401(k), personal time off, paid holidays, and more.
• Growth based on achievement with promotion from within.
• Development – opportunities to learn and expand knowledge through online training, classes, and coaching.

Avanath Capital is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have, and DEI are at the core of our philosophy. We embrace and encourage employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics.

Our diversity initiatives include:

• Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees.
• Teamwork and employee participation, permitting representation of all groups.
• Work/life balance through flexible schedules.
• Community contributions that promote understanding and respect for diversity.

$21.84 – $23.59 USD