Maintenance Technician — Grounds, Repairs & Facilities

Sun Communities; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription coverage

Dental and Vision plans

On-site Fitness Center

401(k) with Sun matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sun Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventative maintenance across our communities. You will handle home/building repairs, grounds upkeep, and ensure safety and curb appeal while delivering strong customer service to residents.

This role requires outdoor work in varying temperatures, use of hand tools and equipment, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A valid driver's license and on-call flexibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• 6 months in maintenance experience in apartments/manufactured housing (Preferred).
• 6 months in snow removal experience, including operating a plow truck (if applicable) (Preferred).
• 6 months in general maintenance techniques and repair work (Preferred).
• Ability to endure outdoor work and temperature fluctuations.
• Must have a valid driver's license; ability to work independently or on a team.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Basic computer proficiency (email/internet).
• Ability to work an on-call schedule.
• Proficient in operating 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.
• Completes minor repairs to rental homes and facilities as needed.
• Inspects irrigation system regularly and repairs as needed.
• Maintains vacant sites and removes trash and debris.
• Removes snow from community areas as applicable, may include plow truck operation.
• Maintains manicured lawns, weed control, mulching, and shrub trimming.
• Ensures all streets and routes are hazard-free.
• Performs water testing and maintenance on well/water systems where applicable.
• Reports maintenance issues to the manager.
• Completes condition checklists before/after occupancy.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Commercial machinery

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Written reports

Basic computer skills

On-call

Teamwork

Plumbing basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Plows (snow removal)

Job description

Sun Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventative maintenance across our communities. You will handle home/building repairs, grounds upkeep, and ensure safety and curb appeal while delivering strong customer service to residents.

This role requires outdoor work in varying temperatures, use of hand tools and equipment, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A valid driver's license and on-call flexibility are preferred.