Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Austin, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager carries out duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned community and assumes Maintenance Manager responsibilities when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable. The position is based on site and includes weekday, night, and weekend hours as needed to meet business needs. The anticipated pay is $26 per hour, plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

The role involves responding to maintenance needs, completing and documenting work, troubleshooting and repairing a range of property systems, and supporting preventive maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance. The Assistant Maintenance Manager works with residents, colleagues, contractors, and supervisors to coordinate maintenance and keep community operations running smoothly.

Employment with RPM Living is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as required by applicable local, state, and federal requirements. A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without one may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable. RPM Living participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• EPA certification is 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 and reach overhead as required.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel as required.
• Manual dexterity and ability 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 that may indicate 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 members or 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 outside with exposure to the elements, and potentially work in confined spaces, at heights, and in hazardous areas.
• Flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends (including Saturdays and Sundays) as needed to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or a combination of education and experience.
• 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 the community’s aesthetics 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 Maintenance Manager responsibilities during the manager’s absence to maintain 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.

What This Job Offers

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