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Maintenance Technician I/Painter

Equity Residential
Lexington, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
Maintenance Technician I/PainterPosition Type

Full time

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40State:

MassachusettsCity

LexingtonZip Code:

02421Total Base Pay Range

$43,500.00 - $60,500.00

Overview

Vivmark Residential exists to set the mark for what home can be. Formed through the merger of AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential, Vivmark brings together two industry leaders with a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional living experiences. Our vision is to be the most trusted and best-performing rental housing company in America - one that continues to get better as it grows. And we're looking for people who want to help us do it.

As an owner, developer, and manager of more than 180,000 apartment homes in major markets across the US, we have the scale to offer something most companies can't. At Vivmark, team members move up and across functions, markets, and disciplines, building lasting careers. We invest in team members growth, development, and capabilities that make them and us better, and we hold ourselves to the highest standard as an employer.

The best people want to work here. We hope you're one of them.

The Role

Are you ready to be a key player in creating pristine living environments that residents are proud to call home? If you have a passion for maintaining cleanliness, ensuring top-notch amenities, and providing a sparkling first impression, then look no further! Vivmark Residential is searching for a dedicated Porter/Custodian to join our dynamic team.At Vivmark, we're not just managing properties; we're crafting experiences. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a role where your efforts make a visible difference in the lives of our residents, then read on. This is your opportunity to be a part of something special. Come help us redefine what it means to create a better way to live!The role of the porter is to maintain the exterior and interior physical condition of the community according to operating and safety standards. This role is a blend of maintenance work and custodial work.You Will:

  • Perform daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain the appearance of common areas, grounds, and amenities.
  • Clean and sanitize high-traffic areas, including lobbies, hallways, elevators, and recreational spaces.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness of outdoor spaces, including sidewalks, parking lots, and landscaping.
  • Ensure trash and recycling areas are regularly emptied and kept tidy.
  • Conduct routine inspections to identify and report maintenance or safety concerns.
  • Address minor maintenance issues such as light bulb replacement, paint touch-ups, and furniture assembly.
  • Assist residents with moving in and out of apartments, including loading/unloading belongings.
  • Provide friendly and responsive customer service, addressing residents' needs and concerns in a courteous manner.
  • Work collaboratively with the team to ensure a positive resident experience.
  • Maintain outdoor landscaping, including mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and planting flowers.
  • Keep outdoor areas clear of debris and litter.
  • Completing work orders.

You Have

  • 0-1 year of experience in custodial/ maintenance work.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Ability to communicate with our team members and residents in order to provide customer service.
  • Ability to read and understand policies and procedures including but not limited to Key Control Policy, Apartment Home Turnover Policy and all Maintenance Emergency policies and procedures.
  • Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, ability to read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ability to understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies and ability to frequently handle these products.
  • Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ability to use properly.
  • Basic understanding of emergency systems, shutoffs, locations and sequence of operations.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of paint types and paint tools.

How Vivmark Supports You:

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

We Offer

  • A competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and company holidays, and exclusive team member housing discounts.

Additional Info

Vivmark Residential is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

Vivmark Residential makes employment decisions without regard to a person s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

Vivmark Residential will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements under the law.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

Vivmark Residential does not require or request that you provide any information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Please redact this information prior to the submission of your application and/or leave these fields incomplete on your application.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to Vivmark Residential you accept the Vivmark Residential California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

No Fees Notice & Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer

Vivmark Residential is aware that there is recruitment fraud activity whereby scammers impersonate Vivmark Residential and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.

Please note that Vivmark Residential will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. If you suspect that you are being contacted by a scammer impersonating our company, please report it immediately to our official HR Department (avalonbayhumanresources@avalonbay.com).

Salary : $43,500 - $60,500

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