Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Nashville, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager maintains and enhances the value of an assigned community and assumes the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities when that manager is unavailable. The position is based on site and includes time outdoors, exposure to the elements, and possible work in confined spaces, at heights, or in potentially hazardous areas. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.

The role requires coordinating emergency and after-hours maintenance, completing and documenting work orders, diagnosing and repairing a range of property issues, and conducting preventive maintenance. The Assistant Maintenance Manager also supports safety, cleanliness, regulatory compliance, supply management, and collaboration with residents, colleagues, and contractors.

The anticipated pay range is $28 per hour, plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check as required by applicable local, state, and federal law. A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without one may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.

Requirements

• EPA certification is required.
• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 communications in person and by phone or computer, and to detect sounds such as machinery noises or alarms.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry 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 and other office equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.

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 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.
• Comply 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 avoid potential issues and uphold property quality.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness and support compliance with regulations 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 during their absence to maintain continuity of 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