Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Pasadena, TX

16d • 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, includes time outdoors and exposure to the elements, and requires a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as business needs require. Work may also take place in confined spaces, at heights, and in potentially hazardous areas.

Requirements

• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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, 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 verbal communications in person and by phone or computer, and to hear sounds that may indicate issues, such as machinery noises or alarms.
• May occasionally need to 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 is required, with hours that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without one may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CPO certification 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, address pending tasks, and set clear completion expectations.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with residents, team members, and supervisors, 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.
• 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 help 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 onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available to 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