Maintenance Associate

Suntex Marinas; Destin (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

This role requires reading technical manuals, using hand and power tools, and adapting to a fast-paced environment with flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Prior maintenance experience preferred, not required.
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings.
• Must have highly effective communication skills and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation).
• Provide the highest level of customer and guest services, expedite any and all maintenance requests from management.
• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls and other marina-specific duties as requested.
• Use hand tools and power tools in making minor maintenance repairs and maintaining grounds and walkways.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Technical manuals

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Reading technical manuals and drawings

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Facility maintenance equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Maintenance Associate
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Manager or General Manager

Position Purpose

The Maintenance Associate’s primary responsibility is the quality and upkeep of the marina. This person will perform upkeep tasks such as repairs and cleaning. They will be responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensure facilities are tidy and functional. The Maintenance Associate projects a professional company image through all types of interactions. As this is a fast‑paced environment, must be able to work under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)
• Provide the highest level of customer and guest services, expedite any and all maintenance requests from management
• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls and other marina‑specific duties as requested
• Use hand tools and power tools in making minor maintenance repairs and maintaining grounds and walkways

Education and Experience

• Prior maintenance experience preferred, not required
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings
• Must have highly effective communication skills and time‑management skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to independently lift, carry, push, and pull up to thirty (30) pounds
• Must be able to swim or be willing to wear a personal flotation device in instances of emergency
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive hand and arm movements frequently, and squeezing and overhead reaching occasionally
• Must be able to work flexible hours based on the needs of the property to include weekends and holidays as needed

Statement of Purpose

This document provides descriptive information about the above Suntex Marinas position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. Suntex Marinas reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

Suntex Marinas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Suntex Marinas is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.