Maintenance Technician – Grounds & Facilities

Sun Communities, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage and prescriptions

Dental & Vision plans

On-site fitness center

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Communities, Inc. is seeking Maintenance Technicians to perform routine and preventative maintenance across our communities.

You will maintain homes, facilities, grounds, streets, and various utility systems while delivering excellent resident service. Responsibilities include cleaning, repairs, irrigation checks, snow removal where applicable, lawn care, safety compliance, and reporting issues to the manager.

Qualifications

• 6 months in previous maintenance experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
• 6 months in snow removal experience, including operating a plow truck (if applicable) (Preferred)
• 6 months in demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general maintenance techniques and repair work (Preferred)
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Ability to work an on-call schedule
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and grounds maintenance

Responsibilities

• Ensures trash/debris is picked up daily from common areas and streets.
• Empties common area trash containers as needed.
• Completes minor repairs to rental homes and facilities as needed.
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly, repairs as needed.
• Maintains vacant sites, including strap-downs and removal of trash and debris.
• Removes snow from community streets, parking lots, building entrances and other areas Sun is responsible for maintaining, where applicable.
• Ensures lawns are manicured appropriately, weeds treated, flowers/shrubs planted, mulch spread, hedges trimmed, tree limbs removed as needed.
• Ensures all community streets and public access routes are free of hazards.
• Performs water testing and other maintenance duties related to water systems, meters as applicable.
• Reports maintenance issues to manager.
• Completes checklists of physical condition prior to/after resident occupancy.
• Maintains community appearance per Sun curb appeal standards.
• Cleans building facilities and maintenance areas.
• Assists manager with supervision of service contractors.
• Inspects playgrounds, pools, and recreational areas for safety and upkeep.
• Assists with move-in/move-out positioning of homes.
• Maintains community pools and tests chemical levels.
• Maintains community vehicles and equipment.
• Follows safety procedures while moving between sites and handling supplies.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Snow removal experience

General maintenance

Driver's license

Independent / team work

Lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

On-call schedule

Hand tools

Written reports

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sun Communities, Inc. is seeking Maintenance Technicians to perform routine and preventative maintenance across our communities.

You will maintain homes, facilities, grounds, streets, and various utility systems while delivering excellent resident service. Responsibilities include cleaning, repairs, irrigation checks, snow removal where applicable, lawn care, safety compliance, and reporting issues to the manager.