Maintenance Technician

Gemstone Communities; Loveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Gemstone Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Loveland, OH to perform general grounds and lawn upkeep, plus basic repairs to homes owned by the community. This full-time role is 40 hours weekly with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

You will handle work orders, identify deficiencies, and coordinate with the Community Manager. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, drive maintenance trucks, and work across locations as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of landscaping and grounds keeping experience, including basic home maintenance.
• Ability to drive a plow truck and operate maintenance equipment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency in plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, HVAC, and carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance to keep homes and community areas in good condition.
• Handle work orders and report status to the Community Manager promptly.
• Identify deficiencies and take action with the Community Manager.
• Maintain grounds and perform lawn care as needed.
• Assist with light construction or refurbishments as required.
• Be on-call as needed and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

Carpentry

HVAC knowledge

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician who will perform general grounds and lawn maintenance, as well as basic repairs to homes owned by the community, for 40 hours per week. We offer employees a competitive salary as well as comprehensive health, dental, vision benefits, a generous 401k match, the possibility for quarterly bonuses, as well as growth opportunities!

Your duties would include:

• 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.
• Use established procedures to identify deficiencies and take immediate action with community manager.
• Ensure community grounds are appropriately manicured by performing lawn care services as needed.
• Remove and dispose of garbage on community grounds, including common areas, main entrance and from resident's sites as needed to maintain community appearance.
• Removal of snow when needed.
• Perform regular inventories of maintenance and or grounds equipment and supplies to advise Community Manager of equipment and supply needs.
• 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.
• Participate in the refurbishing of Community Owned homes.
• Perform repairs and maintain the community water and sewer lines.
• Responsible for taking care of daily maintenance issues-exterior plumbing issues, safety issues etc.
• Read and change out water meters as needed. Troubleshoot water leaks.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and be cleared to drive maintenance trucks to various locations both on and off property.
• Maintain maps of all communities with updated info on utilities, light audits, shut off valves etc.
• Assist with light construction or refurb as need of inventory homes.
• Remain available for "on call" duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience in landscaping and grounds keeping, including general maintenance, light carpentry, and plumbing.
• Able to drive a plow truck (snow removal).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work with heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Must have proficient verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• 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 efficiently perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Must be able to plow snow
• Mobile Home experience a plus
• A minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience, preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Telehealth and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits including life, disability, legal, and pet care options