Property Maintenance Associate - Management Training Program

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Turn Your Work Ethic into a Skilled Career at American Communities

Are you hands-on, hard-working, and not meant for a boring desk job? If you’ve considered a career in maintenance or the trades but didn’t know where to start, this opportunity is for you. Join us as a Property Maintenance Associate and become part of our dynamic Management Training Program at American Communities.

Program Start Date: September 22, 2025

What Is the Maintenance Training Program?

This 120-day, full-time, paid program gives you the opportunity to build hands-on experience in essential apartment maintenance skills. You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals, receive guided training, and begin building a long-term career in an essential and growing industry.

You’ll be trained in:

• HVAC and Mechanical Systems – Maintain comfort and building operations

• Electrical Work – Safely troubleshoot and resolve common issues

• Plumbing – Manage everything from small leaks to full installations

• Pool Operations – Learn pool maintenance, chemical safety, and compliance standards

This program is specific to apartment maintenance, providing you with real-world experience in a high-demand field that helps us keep our communities safe, clean, and comfortable.

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Are hands-on problem solvers with a strong work ethic

• Show up prepared, focused, and ready to learn

• Thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment

• Have reliable transportation and are open to rotating between Dallas, Houston, and Abilene during and after training

What Can You Expect?

• First Few Weeks: In-depth, hands-on training at our Plano, TX corporate office

• Full-time Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week, including occasional weekends

• On-the-Job Training: Following onboarding, you’ll work at one of our local apartment communities, assisting with general work orders, make-readies, and preventative maintenance alongside experienced technicians

• HVAC Certification Prep: Around day 90, you'll begin preparing for your EPA HVAC certification exam with full support from our training team. You'll have three chances to pass the exam within the final 30 days, proctored in-house by our certified instructor.

What Comes Next?

After completing the 120-day program and passing the EPA HVAC certification, participants will be considered for a full-time position as a Service Technician I.

As part of your transition to full-time, you’ll receive:

• A professional maintenance toolkit provided by the company

• Access to a generous benefits package

• Ongoing mentorship and career development from our experienced maintenance leaders

As a new technician, you'll continue rotating across properties within our Texas portfolio—including Dallas, Houston, and Abilene—over the next 12 months to gain broader experience and accelerate your growth.

From there, you’ll have a clear career path toward roles such as Service Technician II, Service Technician III, Maintenance Supervisor, and beyond.

Why Choose Our Maintenance Training Program?

• Paid Training & Certification: Earn while you learn—and get certified within 120 days

• Tools Provided: Upon certification and full-time hire, receive your own toolkit

• Structured Career Path: Clear advancement opportunities into senior maintenance roles

• Supportive Leadership: Learn from experienced professionals who want to see you succeed

Start your career in a role where your work matters, your skills grow, and your future is built to last.