Maintenance Technician

YES Communities, LLC.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Technician, where your skills will keep the community safe and well-maintained. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely service requests and inspections, fostering a positive environment for residents. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and invests in your growth. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you'll play an essential role in maintaining the community's integrity. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a supportive culture, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Valid in-state driver's license required.
• Experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or Pool Operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community grounds and respond to service requests.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of community assets.
• Participate in team and safety meetings.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Home refurbishment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic devices/tablets

Job description

6263 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49548, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:00 AM

About YES

YES Communities, founded in 2008, owns and operates manufactured housing communities with locations across the United States. YES takes a new approach to manufactured home communities and works to build and maintain an environment in each community that reflects their positive YES attitude. YES’s unique operating model, personal approach, and strong corporate culture has garnered it the Community Operator of the Year award by the Manufactured Housing Institute for the past ten years.

Our company’s leadership team has over 100 years of combined experience in the manufactured housing industry. This dedication has brought industry acknowledgement to not only our executive team but also to every endeavor they have touched throughout the past four decades.

Life at YES

YES Communities strives to hire a diverse workforce that shares our vision of what a manufactured home community should be. We empower our employees to develop a strong sense of community with our residents because we know that happy, dedicated employees make the difference.

Our culture is a dynamic one where leaders set clear expectations and give you the freedom to manage your goals. We invest in our employees and take pride as we watch them achieve results and make a difference in their roles every day.

Maintenance Technician

Reports To: Community Manager

Maintenance Technician Position Overview:

In this role, we are relying on you to keep the community grounds safe, organized, well-maintained, and fully stocked with necessary supplies. You will be interacting with residents and ensuring the timely and satisfactory completion of service requests and inspections. You will also be a key player in the upkeep of community assets and grounds. Teamwork is also an essential key to success in this role.

Maintenance Technician Essential Functions:

1. Maintain rental inventory through preventative maintenance, work-orders, and home refurbs.
2. Keep the community grounds, common areas, and vacant lots clean and free of debris and trash.
3. Complete all work in a timely manner, without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
4. Respond to after-hour emergency calls according to on-call schedule.
5. Read water meters, identify, and resolve leaks within the community as applicable.
6. Organize maintenance facilities, tools, and equipment.
7. Aid in new home delivery and set-up and report any warranty/follow-up work to management.
8. Deliver resident notices as requested by management.
9. Participate in all required team/safety meetings.
10. Uphold OSHA standards and maintain Personal Protective Equipment as required by State law.
11. Maintain safe winter road conditions through snow removal and de-icing when applicable.
12. Operate and maintain all company vehicles according to compliance and safety standards.
13. Communicate effectively with team members, vendors, and residents.
14. Ability to work safely around pets, service animals, and wildlife.
15. Additional duties as assigned by management and subject to change.

Maintenance Technician Physical Requirements:

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

Maintenance Technician Education and Experience:

1. A valid in-state driver’s license is required.
2. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
3. Previous home refurbishment or make-ready experience preferred.
4. HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Pool Operation experience are a PLUS.
5. OSHA certifications or completed trainings are a plus.
6. 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