Maintenance Technician

RPM Living•Smyrna, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance and custodial work and keeps the interior and exterior common areas of the property clean. The role supports groundskeeping, landscaping, apartment make-ready preparation, pool care, repairs, and timely completion and documentation of work orders. The position is based on site, includes outdoor work and exposure to the elements, and requires a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.

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 operate maintenance tools and equipment and computer and office equipment.
Ability to communicate verbally in person and by phone or computer, and to hear sounds that may indicate potential issues.
A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without one may be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.
Successful completion of a background check is required, subject to applicable local and state requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience in maintenance or a related field.

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 parking areas and sidewalks, removing debris, and power washing.
Clean breezeways by removing cobwebs and bugs from lights, mopping, 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 equipment including power washers, backpack blowers, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners, sweepers, and golf carts.
Assist with pool maintenance, including reading chemicals, making 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 appearance and structural integrity, promptly addressing damage.
Follow 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 an organized shop.

Benefits

Weekly pay for associates working onsite 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.
Monthly bonuses.