Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living•San Antonio, TX

1d•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 role is based on site and includes maintenance work across the property, emergency and after-hours response, preventive maintenance, resident and team communication, and coordination with contractors and other departments. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

Requirements

Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and access various areas of the property.
Ability to push or pull items, reach overhead, and 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 assistance 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.
Ability to work on site, outdoors with exposure to the elements, and potentially in confined spaces, at heights, or in hazardous areas.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate prompt responses to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments.
Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24–48 hours, update computer records, 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.
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 help avoid potential issues and uphold property quality.
Assess property safety and cleanliness standards to support 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 during their 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.
Discounted perks, including Costco membership, movie tickets, and health and wellness, entertainment, and travel discounts.
Monthly bonuses.