Lead Maintenance Technician

YES Communities, LLC.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee community upkeep and maintenance operations. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team, ensuring timely completion of repairs, and maintaining a safe and organized environment for residents. Your hands-on leadership will be crucial in managing community assets and responding to service requests. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about community service and maintenance excellence. Join a team that values collaboration and commitment to enhancing residents' lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Life insurance

Long and short-term disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Experience in home refurbishment or maintenance is preferred.
• OSHA certifications or completed trainings are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance team to ensure timely repairs and updates.
• Maintain community grounds and company assets through preventative maintenance.
• Respond to emergency calls and manage after-hour situations.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Preventative maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid in-state driver’s license

HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing experience

Tools

Electronic devices/tablets

Job description

3614 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Maintenance Lead

Reports To: Community Manager

About YES:

Founded in 2008, YES Communities has established itself as a leader in the manufactured housing space. YES is the largest privately held manufactured housing REIT in the country. Our commitment to improving communities and enhancing the lives of our residents is evident in our long-standing industry presence and the experience of our leadership team.

Maintenance Lead Position Overview:

In this role, you will keep the community grounds safe, organized, well-maintained, and fully stocked with necessary supplies. You will interact with residents and ensure the timely and satisfactory completion of service requests and inspections, playing a key role in the upkeep of community assets and grounds. Teamwork is essential for success in this role.

Maintenance Lead Essential Functions:

• Provide hands-on leadership and task management for the maintenance team members as directed by the Community Manager to ensure timely completion of repairs and/or updates as requested by lender inspections.
• Maintain all company assets, including rental inventory, tools, grounds, equipment, and maintenance facilities through preventative maintenance, work orders, and home refurbishment.
• Coordinate new home delivery and set-up, and request any warranty or follow-up work with the community manager and manufacturers.
• Respond to after-hour emergency calls immediately based on the on-call schedule.
• Order supplies, tools, and equipment as needed and with management approval.
• Read water meters, identify, and resolve leaks within the community as applicable.
• Participate in the monthly Safety Teams meetings held on the first Wednesday of each month.
• Follow safety precautions including but not limited to: chemical use, OSHA requirements, and upkeep of all OSHA and PPE equipment as required by Company/State standards.
• Conduct maintenance interviews and assist with the onboarding of new maintenance team members.
• Maintain safe winter road conditions through snow removal and de-icing when applicable.
• Log and maintain all company vehicles according to legal and YES compliance and safety standards.
• Notify management of any incident/accident immediately.
• Coordinate with the team to secure utilities on vacant lots.
• Additional duties as assigned by management which are subject to change.

Maintenance Lead Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for up to eight (8) hours per day.
• Use of hands, including fingers, to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls in a repetitive motion.
• Capacity to reach with arms and hands overhead and in front of your body safely.
• Frequently required to be flexible by climbing, balancing, or occasionally crawling in confined spaces.
• Ability to see clearly at both far and close distances as well as the capacity to adjust focus effectively.
• Regularly push, pull, lift, or carry 50 lbs; occasionally up to 85 lbs.
• Proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to climb ladders, occasionally up to an 8-foot ladder safely.

Maintenance Lead Education and Experience:

• A valid in-state driver’s license is required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous home refurbishment or make-ready experience preferred.
• HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Pool Operation experience are a PLUS.
• OSHA certifications or completed trainings are a plus.
• Proficiency in industry-specific software products including the use of electronic devices/tablets.

The YES Difference

Competitive salary | Comprehensive health benefits | Life, long and short-term disability insurance | 401(k) with company match

YES I can help *YES We are a team * YES We add value * YES We build community

YES Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer

3614 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA