Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Sunrise, FL

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 involves maintaining the property, responding to maintenance needs, and supporting the safety and well-being of residents. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

Requirements

• EPA certification is required.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and access various areas of the property.
• May be required to push or pull items, reach overhead, bend, stoop, or kneel, and use hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools.
• Must be able to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics, and read computer screens.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer, and detect sounds indicating potential 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 from team members or lifting equipment.
• Must be able to operate maintenance tools, including power tools, ladders, and lifts, as well as a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 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.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to help avoid issues and maintain property quality.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting 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, maintaining 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.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco membership, 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