Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Austin, TX

3d • 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 position is based on site and includes responding to emergency and after-hours maintenance needs, completing work orders, troubleshooting and repairing building and property systems, and carrying out preventive maintenance. The role also involves documenting work, communicating with residents and colleagues, supporting safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinating with maintenance staff, other departments, and external contractors. The anticipated pay is $28 per hour, plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and access various areas of the property.
• Ability to push or pull items and reach overhead as required.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel as required.
• Hand and finger dexterity and ability to grasp tools.
• Ability to see well enough 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 detect sounds indicating potential issues 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 from team members or lifting equipment.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools, including power tools, ladders, and lifts.
• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.
• Successful completion of a background check, as required by local, state, and federal law.

Nice To Haves

• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promptly coordinate and respond 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 clearly 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 the community’s appearance and structural integrity, addressing damage promptly.
• 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 and teamwork.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to avoid potential issues and uphold 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 maintain shop organization.
• Assume the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities during their absence to ensure 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: No Education Listed