Maintenance Technician I - Light Repairs & Groundskeeping

equitylifestyleproperties; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS) is hiring for the position of Maintenance - Level I in Okeechobee, Florida. As a Maintenance Worker, you will handle light appliance repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks to uphold quality standards across the community.

You will join a collaborative team, attend daily briefings, and report issues to management. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and may involve driving maintenance vehicles; on-call duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license with good driving record and current auto insurance.
• High school diploma or the equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with heavy equipment.
• Willing to be on call for emergencies that arise after hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the amenity spaces are well maintained and working properly.
• Maintain grounds and keep them free from trash and debris.
• Work closely with management to maintain a clean, safe and appealing property.
• Attend morning staff meetings to communicate daily vendor appointments and required work.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with other maintenance workers, management and staff and work closely with them on all special maintenance projects.
• Report maintenance concerns directly to management and perform repairs.
• Move heavy objects as required and may drive maintenance trucks on property.
• Monitor and control maintenance inventory and supplies.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs

On-call availability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS) is hiring for the position of Maintenance - Level I in Okeechobee, Florida. As a Maintenance Worker, you will handle light appliance repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks to uphold quality standards across the community.

You will join a collaborative team, attend daily briefings, and report issues to management. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and may involve driving maintenance vehicles; on-call duties may apply.