Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician.
Salary: $27 to $28 per hour.
Hiring Bonus: $1,000 ($500 paid after 30 days of employment, $500 paid after 90 days of employment).

Location: Seattle, WA, United States.

• Physical wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Financial wellness: Competitive pay plus basic life insurance and matching 401K contributions.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Generous time‑off plan includes 10 paid holidays, a community service day, and your birthday.
• Perks and more: Mentoring, professional development, discounts, tuition reimbursement, robust recognition program, and more.

We’re looking for a talented maintenance technician who will be responsible for addressing an array of apartment and property maintenance duties as specified by the maintenance supervisor and/or property manager, and for maintaining the highest standards in customer service and curb appeal of the assigned property.

• Perform various maintenance functions including repairs to electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, HVAC, and grounds maintenance as dictated by state guidelines.
• Perform general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, counter top/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
• Perform various proactive preventative maintenance including siding, painting, lighting, sprinkler, pool, golf cart, elevator and more.
• Maintain work order system by verifying all orders are completed on time to company standards and resident satisfaction.
• Inspect the property grounds, buildings, and common area amenities to maintain safety and cleanliness standards and identify issues requiring maintenance, repair or replacement.
• Assist with property emergencies, such as snow removal, inclement weather, fires, and floods.
• Promptly communicate with maintenance leadership concerning all maintenance issues at the property.
• Observe and promote safety and risk management in accordance with local, federal, state, and company rules and regulations.
• Participate in emergency on‑call/after‑hours maintenance assignments; adhere to established response times and address emergency issues appropriately.
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and curb appeal, and interact courteously and professionally with current and potential residents at all times.
• Foster a positive, active, and collaborative relationship with residents, other properties, and associated agencies.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times, promoting the same to the entire team.
• Adhere to all components of the company risk management program.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in the property management industry or a directly related field.
• Possess general maintenance and general carpentry skills.

• Must maintain a valid driver's license, clean driving record and current auto insurance is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, and key‑track system.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to others.
• Strong organizational and time–management skills.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Required to complete and pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.

• Put people and partnerships first.
• Empower associates.
• Focus on solutions.
• Champion ideas that accelerate success.
• Deliver proof over promises.

• Top 15 national finalist on the Best Places to Work Multifamily™.
• Certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2017.
• Listed as one of the Best Workplaces in Real Estate™.
• Ranked second on the 100 fastest‑growing private companies in Washington by The Puget Sound Business Journal.
• Ranked 8 on the 2024 National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) Top 50 Managers List.