Maintenance Technician

Inspire Communities; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Retirement match

Paid time off

EAP and wellness resources

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Inspire Communities is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician in Jacksonville, FL to maintain the community's physical condition, safety, and appearance while delivering outstanding resident service. You will lead maintenance requests, perform inspections, and coordinate vendors, ensuring timely, safe, and compliant operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, proactive problem solving, and heavy lifting, with responsibilities spanning preventive maintenance, grounds care, and record

Qualifications

• 3-5 years maintenance experience preferred with knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repairs.
• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds occasionally and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-tier customer service to residents
• Assign and complete maintenance service requests efficiently
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues proactively
• Perform routine inspections and document results
• Prepare vacant homes for new residents
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with management
• Manage inventory within budget
• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance shop
• Coordinate vendors and contractors
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs
• Maintain community systems and report issues
• Perform grounds maintenance and cleanliness tasks
• Assist with weather-related preparation and cleanup
• Ensure compliance with safety policies

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

For more than thirty years, Inspire Communities and its predecessor companies have developed, acquired, and managed manufactured housing communities nationwide. Today we are one of the country’s largest owners and operators of manufactured housing communities and recreational vehicle resorts. We create vibrant, affordable communities for working families and retirees and attractive vacation destinations for seasonal travelers. With financial sponsorship from one of the world’s largest alternative investment managers, we bring institutional discipline to our entrepreneurial roots and are positioned for continued significant growth.

Why Choose Inspire Communities? At Inspire Communities, we empower our employees to grow, succeed, and make a difference—both in our communities and in their careers. If you’re looking for a rewarding role where your work is valued, apply today!

Job Summary The Lead Maintenance Technician at Inspire Communities plays a critical role in delivering exceptional living experiences for our residents. This position is responsible for maintaining the physical condition, safety, and overall appearance of the community while providing outstanding customer service. This role requires a proactive, hands-on professional who takes pride in the community, responds with urgency to maintenance needs, and leads by example in maintaining high operational standards.

What You'll Do

• Deliver top-tier customer service to residents
• Assign and complete maintenance service requests efficiently
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues proactively
• Perform routine inspections and document results
• Prepare vacant homes for new residents
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with management
• Manage inventory within budget
• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance shop
• Coordinate vendors and contractors
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs
• Maintain community systems and report issues
• Perform grounds maintenance and cleanliness tasks
• Assist with weather-related preparation and cleanup
• Ensure compliance with safety policies

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds occasionally and perform physical labor.
• 3-5 years maintenance experience preferred with knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repairs.

What We Offer

At Inspire Communities, we value our employees just as much as we value our residents. We offer the following benefits to our full-time (30+ hours per week) employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with multiple plans so you can choose the coverage that best suits the needs of you and your family
• Financial Wellness & Savings: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts, (FSA) and other options to help manage expenses with eligible plans
• Retirement savings program with a company match
• Competitive time off, including ten holidays, vacation, sick time, and more
• Work-Life Balance Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeBalance discounts, and other wellness resources
• Professional development resources and opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for qualifying programs

Inspire Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to recruit, examine, hire, train, promote, discipline, or discharge, as well as every aspect of personnel policies, work assignments, work environment, and other benefit and privileges of employment, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs and free from illegal discrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other protected under federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email [e-mail] with your request.