Assistant Maintenance Manager

Overview

Property: Benton Pointe.  Unit Count: 456

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Position Summary

The Assistant Maintenance Manager will carry out the duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned community and will assume the Maintenance Manager responsibilities when Maintenance Manager is not available.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt coordination and response to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments
• Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24-48 hours, updating records in the computer system. Address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations
• Document all maintenance activities and communicate clearly with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of ongoing work
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and proficiently repair a variety of issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, flooring, carpentry, drywall, and exterior maintenance
• 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
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors to ensure seamless property maintenance, fostering teamwork and cooperation
• Conduct proactive preventive maintenance activities to avoid potential issues and uphold the quality of the property
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well-being
• Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization
• Assume the responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager in their absence, ensuring the continuity of maintenance operations and decision-making

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED – Preferred 
• One year of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training; or a combination of education and experience will be considered
• EPA certification required
• CPO – Preferred
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders and access various areas of the property
• May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead
• May be required to bend, stoop or kneel
• May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools
• Must be able to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics and read computer screens
• 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 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
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools including power tools, ladders and lifts
• Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside with exposure to the elements
• May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas
• A flexible schedule is required and hours include weekdays, nights, and weekends (including Saturdays and Sundays) as needed to meet business needs

This job title is associated with Apartment Maintenance, Assistant Maintenance, Maintenance Technician, Assistant Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Technician I, or Community Maintenance.

Company Information

Join RPM Living and experience exceptional benefits designed to enhance your life.

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all 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 robust company match 
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)

Employment with RPM Living is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as local and federal state requires. A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without a license will be provided a liability waiver, as applicable.   

RPM Living participates in E-Verify. For more information, see the E-Verify Participation Poster and the Right to Work Poster.

RPM Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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