Maintenance Technician

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The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for general maintenance work and maintaining the cleanliness of the common areas both interior and exterior of the property.

• Perform regular custodial duties around the property and maintain the common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
• Complete grounds work as directed by the Maintenance Manager/Community Manager, including picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms/chutes, blowing parking areas and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Execute basic landscaping: trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, removing dead branches, leaves, and twigs.
• Assist in the preparation of make‑ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make‑ready.
• Operate safely equipment: power washer, backpack blower, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaner, sweepers, golf carts.
• 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.
• Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24–48 hours, updating records in the computer system; address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations.
• Perform repairs to maintain the community’s aesthetics and structural integrity, ensuring prompt damage resolution.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety/environmental laws; report supply needs to management and maintain shop organization.

• High school diploma or GED – Preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or related field – Preferred.
• General knowledge of skilled trades: construction/installation, repair, maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, make‑ready.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license – Required.

Physical Requirements:

• Walk, stand, climb stairs/ladders, access various areas of the property.
• May be required to push/pull items and reach overhead.
• May be required to bend, stoop, kneel.
• Requires dexterity of hands and fingers; ability to grasp tools.
• Must be able to see, identify plants, weeds, pests and read computer screens.
• Must hear and understand verbal communications in person and over phone or computer.
• Must detect sounds indicating potential issues (machinery noises, alarms).
• May occasionally lift/carry items up to 50 lbs; heavy items with assistance or equipment.
• Operate maintenance tools: power washer, trimmers, blowers, floor scrubbers.
• Operate computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment.

• The role is based on site; employee will spend time outside with exposure to elements.
• May require working in confined spaces, heights, potentially hazardous areas.

This job title is associated with Service Technician, Apartment Maintenance, Maintenance Technician, Make Ready or Make Ready Technician.

• 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: critical illness, hospital indemnity, 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 is contingent upon successful background check as per local and federal state requirements, and possession of a valid driver’s license.

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.

The pay: Anticipated pay range $18‑$21 an hour plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

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