Maintenance Technician

Overview

At RPM, we’re in the business of extraordinary. We believe people-first is the way to success, which is why we provide top industry pay, comprehensive benefits, and a path of upward mobility through career training and education. Join us and start your extraordinary journey today.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for general maintenance work and keeping the cleanliness of the common areas on both the interior and exterior of the property.

• Perform regular custodial duties around the property, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and trash removal.
• Complete grounds work as directed by the Maintenance Manager or Community Manager, such as picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, and power washing.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Execute basic landscaping tasks, including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves, and twigs.
• Assist in the preparation of make‑ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments prior to make‑ready.
• Operate safely equipment such as power washers, backpack blowers, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners, sweepers, and golf carts.
• Assist in pool maintenance and understand basic pool care (chemical reading, adjustment, backwashing, clean‑ups).
• Ensure timely 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.
• Perform repairs to maintain the community's aesthetics and structural integrity.
• 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 a related field preferred.
• General knowledge of skilled trades—construction/installation, repair, drywall, basic carpentry, and make‑ready.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• 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 identify plants, weeds, pests, and read computer screens.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer.
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, or heavier with assistance.
• Must be able to operate maintenance tools such as power washers, trimmers, blowers, floor scrubbers, and computers.

• Role is based on site and requires time outside with exposure to the elements.
• May require working in confined spaces, heights, and potentially hazardous areas.

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).

Anticipated pay range: $18–$24 per hour plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check as required by local, federal, and state law, 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.

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Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing