Maintenance Technician

RPM Living • Columbia, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician position will be responsible for the general maintenance work and maintaining the cleanliness of the common area on the interior and the exterior of the property. This role involves performing regular custodial duties, grounds work, cleaning breezeways, assisting with landscaping, preparing make-ready units, and operating various maintenance equipment. The technician will also assist with pool maintenance, respond to emergency on-call assignments, and complete work orders within a specified timeframe, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory policies.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or related field, preferred.
• General knowledge in a variety of skilled trades including construction/installation, repair, and maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• 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 and reach overhead.
• May be required to bend, stoop or kneel.
• May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools.
• Must be able to see to identify plants, weeds and pests and read computer screens.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer.
• Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms.
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance of team members or lifting equipment.
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as power washer, trimmers, blowers and floor scrubbers.
• Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED – Preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without a license will be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular custodial duties around the property and maintain the common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
• Complete grounds work as directed by Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, clean dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Execute basic landscaping including, trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs.
• Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments. (trash outs) prior to make-ready.
• Operate safely the following equipment, power washer, backpack blower, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaner and sweepers, and golf carts.
• Assist in pool maintenance and understand basic pool care (chemicals reading, making chemical adjustments, backwashing, pool cleaning, etc.).
• Ensure prompt response to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments.
• Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24-48 hours, updating records in the computer system.
• Address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations.
• Perform repairs to maintain the community's aesthetics and structural integrity, ensuring that any damage is promptly addressed.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety/environmental laws.
• Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.

Benefits

• Top industry pay
• Comprehensive benefits
• Path of upward mobility via career training and education
• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all 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 robust company match
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)
• Monthly bonuses

What This Job Offers

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