Maintenance Manager

RPM Living • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager coordinates with the Community Manager and Assistant Manager to increase the property's net operating income by safely maintaining its interior, exterior, and grounds to RPM standards and within approved budget levels. The role supports resident retention by ensuring repairs are completed promptly, safely, and efficiently.

The Maintenance Manager supervises and develops maintenance staff, manages budgets and purchasing, oversees work orders and property safety, and performs or coordinates repairs to systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. The position also handles preventative maintenance, inspections, construction oversight, emergency response, compliance, recordkeeping, and team training. This is an on-site role with a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed. After-hours emergency on-call availability is required.

Requirements

• Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, accessing different property areas, pushing or pulling items, reaching overhead, bending, stooping, kneeling, and using hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools.
• Ability to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics, and view computer screens.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and through phone or computer, and to detect sounds such as machinery noises or alarms.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be lifted with team members or 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 on site, spend time outdoors in varying elements, and potentially work in confined spaces, at heights, and in hazardous areas.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.
• Availability for on-call after-hours emergencies.
• Successful completion of a background check as required by applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance of the property and grounds, safely direct maintenance staff, and develop a skilled team of Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintain the property's operating budget and obtain competitive bids for supplies and services.
• Process purchase orders and invoices to control costs.
• Review and prioritize work orders, ensure timely completion and resident satisfaction, and maintain work-order records in computer software.
• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the community, including compliance with fire and safety codes and oversight of construction projects.
• Promptly report employee injuries.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other systems.
• Coordinate regularly with the property manager, respond to maintenance emergencies, and follow up with customers.
• Maintain detailed records and propose cost-saving initiatives.
• Implement preventative maintenance plans, conduct regular property inspections, and be on call for after-hours emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safety laws and maintain a safe, drug- and alcohol-free workplace.
• Mentor and train maintenance team members.

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.
• Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.
• Anticipated pay of $35 per hour, plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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