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Assistant Maintenance Manager

Rpm Living

The Role

Overview

Assist in and manage property maintenance, handling repairs, emergencies and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • emergency response
  • work orders
  • preventive maintenance
  • sheetrock repair
  • regulatory compliance
  • team collaboration

Tasks

-Ensure prompt coordination and response to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments -Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization -May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead -Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24-48 hours, updating records in the computer system. Address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations -Conduct proactive preventive maintenance activities to avoid potential issues and uphold the quality of the property -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 -Document all maintenance activities and communicate clearly with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of ongoing work -Perform sheetrock 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 -Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well-being -Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors to ensure seamless property maintenance, fostering teamwork and cooperation -Assume the responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager in their absence, ensuring the continuity of maintenance operations and decision-making

Requirements

  • epa certification
  • driver’s license
  • microsoft office
  • power tools
  • hvac
  • maintenance experience

What You Bring

-Must be able to operate various maintenance tools including power tools, ladders and lifts -EPA certification required -Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders and access various areas of the property -May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas -Valid driver’s license – Required -Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite -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 be required to bend, stoop or kneel -High school diploma or GED – Preferred -Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment -Troubleshoot, diagnose, and proficiently repair a variety of issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, flooring, carpentry, drywall, and exterior maintenance -May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools -One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training; or a combination of education and experience will be considered -Must be able to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics and read computer screens -CPO – Preferred

Benefits

-401(k) with robust company match -Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts) -Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs -Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates -Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community -Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days -Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance -Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans

The Company

About Rpm Living

-Three core service lines—hands‑on property management, strategic investments, and development—work together seamlessly. -Typical projects include conventional, senior, and affordable multifamily communities, often with value-add and lease-up cycles. -The award-winning Olmsted brand showcases their development chops, earning national recognition for design and community focus.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Senior

Affordable

Security Clearance

-employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check as required by local and federal regulations.