Assistant Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Pasadena, TX

2d • 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 a variety of property systems and areas, coordination with residents, coworkers, contractors, and supervisors, and adherence to company and regulatory safety requirements. A flexible schedule is required, with weekday, night, and weekend work, including Saturdays and Sundays, 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 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 via 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 require assistance from team members or lifting 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 a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as required by applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPO certification.
• Valid driver’s license; candidates without a license may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.

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 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 and teamwork.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to help avoid potential issues and maintain property quality.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards for 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 onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed