Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager carries out duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned community and assumes the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable. The role is based on site and includes maintenance work across areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pools, flooring, carpentry, drywall, and exterior maintenance. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

Requirements

• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training; a combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• EPA certification is required.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, reaching, bending, stooping or kneeling, using hand dexterity to handle tools, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be handled with assistance or lifting equipment.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools, including power tools, ladders, and lifts, as well as a computer and standard office equipment.
• Ability to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics, and read computer screens; ability to hear and understand communications and detect sounds indicating potential issues.
• A flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of a background check as required by applicable local and federal law.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPO certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

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, address pending tasks, and set clear completion expectations.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with residents, team members, and supervisors, including status updates and explanations of ongoing work.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair issues involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pools, flooring, carpentry, drywall, and exterior maintenance.
• Perform sheetrock repairs to maintain community aesthetics 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 maintain the property.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to help avoid potential issues and maintain property quality.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting resident well-being.
• Report supply needs to the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and keep the shop organized.
• Assume the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities during their absence to support continuity of maintenance operations and decision-making.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for associates working onsite 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED