Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager carries out duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned community. This position assumes the Maintenance Manager’s responsibilities when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable. The role is based on site and includes maintenance work indoors and outdoors, with exposure to the elements and possible work in confined spaces, at heights, and in potentially hazardous areas. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, and accessing 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 well enough to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics, and read computer screens.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and through phone or computer, and to hear sounds that may indicate 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 team-member or equipment assistance.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools, including power tools, ladders, and lifts, as well as a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• A flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of a background check, as required by local and federal or state requirements.

Nice To Haves

• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and respond promptly 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, addressing damage promptly.
• 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 and teamwork.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to help avoid potential issues and maintain property quality.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards for 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 when that manager is absent, supporting 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 initiatives and Employee Resource Groups.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco memberships, 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