Maintenance Technician

RHP Properties, Inc.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

RHP Properties, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician for Edwardsville Village in Edwardsville, KS. You will perform general grounds and lawn maintenance along with basic repairs to homes owned by the community, working a full-time 40-hour week.

You will handle work orders, interact professionally with residents, and assist with refurbishing community-owned homes. A minimum of 2 years’ maintenance experience and a valid driver’s license are preferred. Benefits include health coverage and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience
• Valid operator’s license with good driving record
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• On-call availability may be required
• Experience with basic home repairs and community upkeep

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance to keep homes and community areas in proper condition.
• Execute work orders and report status to the Community Manager promptly.
• Interact with residents, prospects, visitors and employees in a courteous, attentive manner.
• Identify deficiencies and act with Community Manager approval.
• Manicure community grounds; weed control, planting, mulching, trimming shrubs, and general lawn care.
• Remove garbage from grounds and resident sites to maintain appearance.
• Perform snow removal using appropriate equipment.
• Maintain maintenance and grounds equipment and supplies inventory.
• Comply with health and safety laws to protect residents and staff.
• Assist in refurbishing community-owned homes.
• Repair and maintain water and sewer lines.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Lawn/grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Lift up to 75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic tools required

Job description

Headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, RHP Properties ( www.rhp.com ) is the nation's largest private owner and operator of manufactured home communities. With more than 360 communities throughout 30states, we continue to expand our footprint to provide accessible and affordable housing across the country. All of this would not be possible without the energy and drive of our talented employees! We invest in our employees, with regular training, opportunities for advancement, and fun events to bring everyone together.

We are presently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Edwardsville Village communitylocated in Edwardsville, Kansas, who, who will perform general grounds and lawn maintenance, as well as basic repairs to homes owned by the community, for 40 hoursper week.

As a successful Maintenance Technician, you will:

• 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.
• Promote goodwill by handling all contacts with residents, prospective residents, visitors and other employees in a spirit of courtesy, cooperation and attentiveness.
• Use established procedures to identify deficiencies and take immediate action with community manager approval.
• Ensure community grounds are appropriately manicured. Regularly treat for weeds, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs as needed, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
• Remove and dispose of garbage on community grounds, including common areas, main entrance and from resident’s sites as needed to maintain community appearance.
• Perform snow removal using a snow blower, hand shovel or a plow truck, as applicable.
• Advise Community Manager or Maintenance Supervisor of residents who do not properly dispose of their excess garbage or have large/bulk items that may require pickup arrangements.
• Perform regular inventories of maintenance and grounds equipment and supplies to advise Community Manager of equipment and supply needs.
• Maintain order and appearance of garage and storage areas.
• Maintain all maintenance and grounds equipment to keep it clean and cared for.
• Comply with national, state and local health and safety laws to reduce accident occurrences and to protect residents, the company, team members and vendors.
• Perform seasonal pre-maintenance service on a timely basis.
• Remain available for “on call” duties as needed.
• Participate in the refurbishing of Community Owned homes.
• Perform repairs and maintain the community water and sewer lines.
• A minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience, preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid operator’s license, maintenance of a good driving record at all times, and insurability under the Company’s policy at all times.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, HVAC, and carpentry.
• May need to provide own tools.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, walk continuously, and access restricted spaces.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment and other equipment.
• Ability to lift or to move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to efficiently perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to various chemical compounds.

Compensation:

This is a full-time opportunity with competitive compensation.Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paidtime offand holidays, life insurance, and 401K.

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