About this role
AIR Communities is hiring an Apartment Maintenance Technician for The Elm in Bethesda, Maryland.
Explore the community: The Elm
In this role, you'll help deliver an exceptional resident experience by maintaining apartment homes, completing service requests, and preparing apartments for new residents. You'll use industry-leading maintenance technology, work alongside a supportive team, and apply your technical skills across multiple trades to solve problems that directly impact residents every day.
This is an opportunity for a maintenance professional who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in quality repairs, and wants to grow with an organization that invests in training, development, and internal career advancement.
What We Offer
We believe great maintenance professionals should be rewarded for the value they bring.
Expected hourly rate of $25-$27 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.Monthly Customer Satisfaction Bonus of up to $250 per month 50% Rent Discount at any AIR Community, including the option to live onsite or at a nearby AIR communityCareer Growth Opportunities, including training, development programs, and a commitment to promoting from within whenever possibleComprehensive benefits package available to eligible team membersHow We Support You
Industry-leading maintenance technology that helps prioritize work and improve efficiencyFully stocked and organized maintenance shops designed to help you resolve issues quickly (availability varies by community)Supportive leaders and teammates who value collaboration and professional developmentAscend, AIR's maintenance development program, which provides customized learning opportunities aligned with your career goalsWhat You Will Do
Deliver exceptional service to residents and support fellow team membersComplete apartment turns using AIR's established processes to create move-in-ready homes for new residentsDiagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building systems and apartment components, including plumbing, basic electrical systems, HVAC equipment, appliances, and related maintenance itemsComplete resident service requests accurately, efficiently, and professionallyProvide functional or technical guidance to other Maintenance Technicians when needed and help support their skill developmentAssist with vendor quality management and move-in/move-out inspections as assignedAdapt to changing community needs, seasonal priorities, and varying maintenance requirements#PIQ
Who You Are
A detail-oriented problem solver who takes pride in completing repairs correctly the first timeCommitted to delivering excellent customer service during every resident interactionComfortable using technology to improve efficiency and serve residents effectivelyAble to perform successfully in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of workmanshipA dependable team player who contributes to the success of the maintenance teamWhat You Have
Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably within apartment, facilities, building maintenance, or related environmentsDemonstrated proficiency in at least two technical trades, such as plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, HVAC, carpentry, or related disciplinesAbility to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, seasonal workload fluctuations, and on-call rotations of at least one week per monthReliable transportation for responding to emergency service requests while on callAbility and willingness to perform physically demanding work, including moving equipment and machinery as requiredAbility to read, write, and speak English Benefits
Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.50% rent discount available at any AIR Community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match.Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.15 hours of paid time annually for community service.Commuter benefits and pet insurance.Consumer discounts on various products and services.Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.What You Need to Know
Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 9/26/26. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.
AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.