Maintenance Technician

RPM Living•Cary, NC

3d•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 includes custodial and grounds work, basic landscaping, assistance with make-ready units and pool maintenance, responding to emergency and after-hours assignments, and completing work orders and repairs. This is an on-site role with 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 meet the physical requirements of the role, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, accessing different property areas, and occasionally lifting or carrying items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment, as well as a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Ability to work on site outdoors and, as needed, in confined spaces, at heights, and in potentially hazardous areas.
A flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends (including Saturdays and Sundays) as needed.
Successful completion of a background check, as required by local and federal or state law.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Perform custodial duties and maintain common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
Complete grounds work as directed, 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, 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 such as 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 and 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.
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

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.
Monthly bonuses and competitive benefits package.