Maintenance Technician - Vaughan Place Apartments - AIR Communities

We are AIR Communities, one of the country's largest owners and operators of apartment communities, managing high-quality properties in most major markets! At AIR, we're passionate about what we do, both inside and outside of work. Our culture goes beyond our high-performing team; it also influences and enhances relationships with our residents and the communities we serve. We believe in doing whatever it takes to make our residents feel at home.
If you are a hardworking, customer-focused professional, who takes pride in your work and has an eye for detail, we want you on our team!

AIR Communities is hiring a Service Technician. You will work at Vaughan Place, our premier DC apartments and townhomes located in the historic neighborhood of Mclean Gardens. Check it out here: www.vaughanplace.com 

Service/Maintenance Technicians make our apartment communities a great place to live.   We take pride in the appearance and maintenance of our communities, and our residents tell us this is one of the most important reasons they choose to call us home. 

• You will provide exemplary service to residents and team members.
• With general direction, you will perform routine maintenance and repairs (i.e. replace AC filters and light bulbs, repair and paint walls, clean common areas, etc.)
• Completion of basic apartment turn, troubleshoot and repair plumbing leaks, install and replace sinks, faucets, and toilets. Troubleshoot and replace basic electrical components
• Install/repair/replace household appliances
• May assist vendor quality and may perform move-in/move-out inspections
• May provide functional/technical direction and training to Service Technicians and supports the development of technical skills

• 1-3 or more years of maintenance experience, preferably in some form of facilities or building environment or relevant training/education program.
• Basic-Proficient skills in two or more technical trades (plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)

As an AIR Service Technician, you must have:

• A reliable mode of transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, 7-day work weeks (depending on community needs and seasonality), and on-call shifts (at least one week a month)
• Comfort with physical activity as you must be able and willing to move heavy equipment and machinery
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

The most successful AIR Service Technicians are:

• Tech savvy
• Strong with mechanical aptitude
• Customer service oriented
• Highly organized
• Great trouble-shooters
• Advocates for teamwork
• Experts on attention to detail

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• The pay range for this position is $21.00 to $26.00 per hour. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 50% Rent Discount Available at Any of Our AIR Communities!
• Quarterly bonuses based on performance and customer satisfaction scores.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K)
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing.