Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living•Houston, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager maintains and enhances the value of the assigned community and assumes the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities when that manager is unavailable. The role is based on site and involves maintenance work across the property, coordination with residents, team members, supervisors, and contractors, and responding to business needs with a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends. The position requires physical activity and operation of maintenance tools and office equipment.

Requirements

One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or a combination of education and experience.
EPA certification required.
Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and access various areas of the property.
Ability to push or pull items, reach overhead, bend, stoop, or kneel, and use hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools.
Ability to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics, and read computer screens.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer, and to detect sounds such as machinery noises or alarms.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be lifted with assistance or lifting equipment.
Ability to operate maintenance tools, including power tools, ladders, and lifts, as well as a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Ability to work on site, spend time outdoors exposed to the elements, and potentially work in confined spaces, at heights, and in potentially hazardous areas.
A flexible schedule that can include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
CPO certification.
Valid driver’s license (preferred).

Responsibilities

Coordinate prompt responses to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments.
Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24–48 hours, update records in the computer system, and address pending tasks with clear completion expectations.
Document maintenance activities and communicate status updates and explanations of ongoing work to residents, team members, and supervisors.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair issues involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pools, flooring, carpentry, drywall, and exterior maintenance.
Perform sheetrock repairs to maintain the community’s appearance and structural integrity.
Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety and environmental laws.
Collaborate with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors to support property maintenance.
Conduct preventive maintenance to help avoid potential issues and maintain property quality.
Assess property safety and cleanliness standards to support regulatory compliance and resident well-being.
Report supply needs to the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.
Assume the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities in their absence, maintaining continuity of operations and decision-making.

Benefits

Weekly pay for associates working on site at an apartment community.
Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
Ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs and Employee Resource Groups.
Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.
Monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.