Maintenance Technician- California

RPM Living • Santa Monica, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for general maintenance work and maintaining the cleanliness of interior and exterior common areas at the property. The role is based on site, includes outdoor work and exposure to the elements, and may involve confined spaces, heights, and potentially hazardous areas. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

The technician handles custodial and grounds duties, supports make-ready apartment preparation, assists with pool maintenance, completes work orders and repairs, and helps ensure the community meets company, regulatory, and safety requirements. The position requires operating maintenance equipment and communicating work progress and supply needs to the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred.
• General knowledge of skilled trades, including construction or installation, repair and maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready work.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, accessing property areas, pushing or pulling items, reaching overhead, bending, stooping or kneeling, and handling tools.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may require assistance or lifting equipment.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment, including power washers, trimmers, blowers, and floor scrubbers, and to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Ability to see to identify plants, weeds, and pests and read computer screens; hear and understand communications in person and through phone or computer; and detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without a license may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.
• 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 is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties and maintain property common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
• Complete grounds work, such as picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms and chutes, clearing debris, and power washing parking areas and sidewalks.
• Clean breezeways by removing cobwebs and bugs from lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Perform basic landscaping, including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves, and twigs.
• Assist with preparing make-ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments before make-ready.
• Safely operate equipment including power washers, backpack blowers, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners, sweepers, and golf carts.
• Assist with pool maintenance, including reading chemicals, making chemical adjustments, backwashing, and cleaning the pool.
• Respond promptly to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments.
• Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24–48 hours and update records in the computer system.
• Address pending tasks and set clear expectations for completion.
• Perform repairs to maintain the community’s aesthetics and structural integrity, promptly addressing damage.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety and environmental laws.
• Report supply needs to the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.

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.
• 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED