Maintenance Technician — Flexible Schedule & Growth

RPM Living; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare coverage

Employee assistance programs

Ancillary benefits including insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development

DEIB and ERG

Paid time off

Discounted Perks

Job summary

RPM Living is seeking a Maintenance Technician to handle general property maintenance and keep interior and exterior common areas clean and safe. This role requires hands-on work, attention to detail, and the ability to follow make-ready processes.

You'll perform custodial duties, grounds work, basic repairs, and light landscaping, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. A high school diploma and at least 1 year of maintenance experience are preferred; a valid driver’s license is a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of maintenance experience preferred.
• General knowledge in 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.

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, clean 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. Address pending tasks and set 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

Skills

Ability to work efficiently

Good organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED – Preferred

Job description

RPM Living is seeking a Maintenance Technician to handle general property maintenance and keep interior and exterior common areas clean and safe. This role requires hands-on work, attention to detail, and the ability to follow make-ready processes.

You'll perform custodial duties, grounds work, basic repairs, and light landscaping, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. A high school diploma and at least 1 year of maintenance experience are preferred; a valid driver’s license is a