Portfolio Maintenance Manager

AvalonBay Communities•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work. The Role The Portfolio Maintenace Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing associates and maintenance operations across various communities, which is typically three to six communities. This includes supervising the maintenance operations at assigned communities, managing the annual operating budget, and handling the selection, recruitment, and performance evaluation of associates. In addition, The Portfolio Maintenance Manager plays a crucial leadership role within the region, actively contributing to its success and goal attainment. They are an integral part of the Regional RS Executive team, collaborating to enhance financial performance, operational efficiency, and customer service. Moreover, the Portfolio Maintenance Manager liaises with support departments, centralized teams, and retail tenants when necessary.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Minimum of 3 years of multi-family property management experience, preferred. (Retail, hotel/resort, commercial management accepted)
2+ years of supervisory experience required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Multi-site experience, overseeing 400+ units preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrated knowledge of overall property management including financial performance, customer service, communications, crisis management, and staffing.
Excellent organizational skills: ability to work independently and proactively, multi-task, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.
Ability to manage multiple sites and manage the performance of the maintenance operations and leadership team.
Contributes to the effectiveness of the Maintenance function as demonstrated by participation in task forces or similar groups in prior work experience.
Familiarity with state-regulated requirements, fair housing practices, risk management, and policy execution.
Knowledgeable about maintenance industry standards for repair and upkeep, including OSHA guidelines and trade-specific work such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
Effective supervision and development of associates with a track record of providing constructive feedback and coaching that leads to enhanced performance.
Possess technical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities to facilitate repairs either hands-on, through delegation, or by engaging appropriate third parties.
Reads and writes English as demonstrated by clear and concise written and verbal communications.
Skilled in creating and delivering group presentations on function-related subject matter and writing reports in a clear, concise manner.
Able to facilitate communication across various departments and team members.
Proficient in measuring and prioritizing actions based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and analyzing financial statements and profit/loss reporting.
Performs basic arithmetic skills (measurement, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) in order to do basic calculations and analyses such as estimating, determining averages and percentages, and calculating totals.
Frequently operates general office equipment such as, but not limited to, personal computer, telephone, photocopying machine, facsimile machine, and postage machine.
Frequently uses general maintenance tools, supplies, and equipment, including but not limited to, hand tools, pressure washers, blowers, paint equipment, pool chemicals, ice removal equipment, ladders, Freon recovery units, landscaping equipment, sandblasters, and safety equipment
Frequently transports objects of up to 60 pounds across variable distances and possesses the necessary mobility and flexibility to store and retrieve packages from shelving.
Exhibits ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb (stairs, ladders, etc.).
Occasionally operates motorized vehicles such as, but not limited to, a car, truck, van or golf cart.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more.
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.

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