Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Spring, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager carries out duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned community. The role assumes Maintenance Manager responsibilities when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable. This is an on-site position that includes outdoor work and exposure to the elements, and may involve confined spaces, heights, or potentially hazardous areas. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

Requirements

• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or a combination of education and experience.
• EPA certification.
• 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 as required.
• Dexterity to use hands and fingers and 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 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 assistance or equipment.
• 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 that includes weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPO certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

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, address pending tasks, and set clear completion expectations.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with residents, team members, and supervisors, including providing 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 on property maintenance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to avoid potential issues and maintain 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 keep the shop organized.
• 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, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel discounts.

What This Job Offers

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