Maintenance Technician - $500 Sign-ON Bonus!!

RPM Living•Cincinnati, IA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for general maintenance and keeping the interior and exterior common areas of the property clean. The role includes custodial work, groundskeeping, basic landscaping, preparing vacant units for make-ready, assisting with pool maintenance, completing repairs and work orders, and maintaining the property's appearance and structural integrity. The technician must respond promptly to emergency on-call and after-hours assignments, complete work orders within 24–48 hours, update records in the computer system, and report supply needs while keeping the shop organized. This is an on-site role with outdoor exposure and a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as business needs require.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred.
General knowledge of skilled trades, including construction and 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 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 as required.
Hand and finger dexterity and ability to grasp tools.
Ability to see well enough to identify plants, weeds, and pests and read computer screens.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer, and to detect sounds indicating potential issues such as machinery noises or alarms.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be lifted with assistance from team members or lifting equipment.
Ability to operate maintenance tools, including power washers, trimmers, blowers, and floor scrubbers, as well as a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
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 one will be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, as required by local and federal or state law.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or a related field.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Perform regular custodial duties and maintain property common areas by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
Complete grounds work as directed by the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager, including picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms and chutes, blowing parking areas and sidewalks, removing debris, and power washing.
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.
Safely operate 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, update records in the computer system, address pending tasks, and set clear completion expectations.
Perform repairs to maintain the community's aesthetics and structural integrity, promptly addressing damage.
Comply 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

$500 sign-on bonus.
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.
Discounted perks, including Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel discounts.
Monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.