Maintenance Technician

Overview

Perform general maintenance, custodial, landscaping, and make‑ready duties for an apartment community.

Key Responsibilities

• power washing
• equipment operation
• work orders
• pool maintenance
• landscaping
• repair work

Tasks

-Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails -Perform regular custodial duties around the property and maintain the common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash -Perform repairs to maintain the community's aesthetics and structural integrity, ensuring that any damage is promptly addressed -Complete grounds work as directed by Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, clean dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc -Operate safely the following equipment, power washer, backpack blower, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaner and sweepers, and golf carts -Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24-48 hours, updating records in the computer system. Address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations -Assist in pool maintenance and understand basic pool care (chemicals reading, making chemical adjustments, backwashing, pool cleaning, etc.) -Ensure prompt response to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments -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 -May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead -Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety/environmental laws Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization -Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments. (trash outs) prior to make-ready. -Execute basic landscaping including, trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs

Requirements

• driver’s license
• high school
• maintenance tools
• skilled trades
• maintenance experience
• organizational skills

What You Bring

-May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas -Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment -Valid driver’s license – Required -May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools -Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders and access various areas of the property -High school diploma or GED – Preferred -Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms -Good organizational skills and attention to detail -Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as power washer, trimmers, blowers and floor scrubbers. -General knowledge in a variety of skilled trades including construction/installation, repair, and maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready -Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer -May be required to bend, stoop or kneel -Must be able to see to identify plants, weeds and pests and read computer screens -At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or related field, preferred -Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines

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Benefits

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

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.

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Security Clearance

-employment contingent upon successful completion of required background checks.