Maintenance Technician

RPM Living

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 35,817 - 38,572

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance programs

DEIB and ERG involvement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RPM Living is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician to handle custodial duties, grounds work, and basic make-ready processes across the property. You will clean breezeways, trim landscaping, and assist in vacancy turnover while operating power washers, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners, and sweepers.

Weekend and after-hours availability may be required. The role emphasizes adherence to safety regulations, timely completion of work orders, and collaboration with the maintenance team to keep

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least 1 year of maintenance experience.
Knowledge of skilled trades including basic carpentry, drywall and make-ready.
Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Perform regular custodial duties around the property and maintain common areas.
Complete grounds work including trash removal, power washing, and debris removal.
Thoroughly clean breezeways and wipe doors/handrails.
Assist in basic landscaping and make-ready of vacant units.
Operate power washers, blowers, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners, sweepers and related equipment.
Assist in pool maintenance and respond to on-call maintenance requests.
Complete work orders within 24–48 hours and update records.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Work outdoors / on-site maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year maintenance experience

General skilled trades knowledge

Tools

Power washer

Backpack blower

Floor scrubbers

Carpet cleaner

Sweepers

Golf carts

Job description

50% Rent Discount. 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 via career training and education. Join us and start your extraordinary journey today.

Position Summary

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

Responsibilities

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 Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area 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 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 but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make-ready.
Operate safely the following equipment: power washer, backpack blower, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaner and sweepers, and 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, addressing pending tasks and setting clear completion expectations.
Perform 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, report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED – Preferred.
At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or related field, preferred.
General knowledge in a variety of skilled trades including construction/installation, repair, and maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready.
Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

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 identify plants, weeds and pests 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 such as power washer, trimmers, blowers and floor scrubbers.
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.