Grounds & Maintenance Technician — Lawn, Repairs, & Growth

Gemstone Communities; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Quarterly bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Gemstone Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general grounds and lawn maintenance as well as basic repairs for homes in the community. This full-time role requires 40 hours per week with duties spanning from lawn care to minor plumbing and carpentry.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in landscaping and maintenance, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Snow plow ability and strong customer service are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in landscaping and grounds keeping.
• Experience in general maintenance, light carpentry and plumbing.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and drive maintenance trucks.
• Proficient verbal communication skills.
• Mobile Home experience a plus.
• Must be able to plow snow.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance to ensure homes and community areas are in proper condition.
• Execute assigned work orders and report status to the Community Manager timely and efficiently.
• Use established procedures to identify deficiencies and take immediate action with community manager.
• Ensure community grounds are manicured via lawn care as needed.
• Remove and dispose of garbage on community grounds and resident sites to maintain appearance.
• Perform seasonal pre-maintenance service on a timely basis.
• Assist with refurbishing of Community Owned homes and fleet equipment.
• Read and change out water meters; troubleshoot leaks as needed.
• Remain available for on-call duties as needed.

Skills

Lawn care

Grounds keeping

Maintenance

Heavy lifting

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Gemstone Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general grounds and lawn maintenance as well as basic repairs for homes in the community. This full-time role requires 40 hours per week with duties spanning from lawn care to minor plumbing and carpentry.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in landscaping and maintenance, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Snow plow ability and strong customer service are a plus.