Resort Maintenance Technician

Sun Communities; Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Resort Maintenance Technicians to join their dynamic Destinations Team. This exciting opportunity allows you to work part-time while enjoying the RV lifestyle across beautiful locations in the US. You'll be responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the resorts, conducting repairs, and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. With competitive pay, discounted site rates, and a variety of engaging activities, this role is perfect for those who love the outdoors and want to make a positive impact on guest experiences. Join a passionate team and enjoy the perks of working in a vibrant, customer-focused atmosphere.

Benefits

Discounted site fees

Paid sick leave

Welcome kit

Discounts at all locations

Exciting activities and events

Qualifications

• 6 months maintenance experience in a campground or RV resort is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance and repair work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on resort facilities.
• Ensure cleanliness and upkeep of property grounds and amenities.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and residents.

Skills

General maintenance techniques

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power equipment

Hand tools

Commercial machinery

Job description

SUN OUTDOORS DESTINATIONS TEAM

What could be better than earning a living while traveling the US in your RV? Sun Outdoors' Work Camper Destinations program enables you to do just that! Combine taking part in the exciting lifestyle of RV camping with working part time as a member of our team. As an added benefit to all of the great perks associated with joining our team, working as a Destinations Team Member earns you a generously discounted site rate of only $20 per night!

Opportunities are available at our Northern resorts during summer months and at our Southern resorts in the fall and winter. No matter what atmosphere you like, or where you want to travel, we'll have a resort you're sure to enjoy.

OVERVIEW

Resort Maintenance Technicians perform routine and preventative maintenance to maintain the physical integrity of Suns resorts. They conduct building maintenance repairs and are responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of property grounds, facilities, streets, equipment & various utility systems. Maintenance Technicians provide excellent customer service to prospective & current guests and residents at all times, and may assist with site setups to ensure timely arrivals and departures of resort guests and residents.

JOB DUTIES

• Empty trash, shovel, perform maintenance or repair duties, use power equipment, drills or other hand tools
• Completes minor repairs to rental units and facilities as needed
• Completes routine maintenance and minor emergency repairs, plumbing, sewage, construction & street repair
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly, repairs as necessary
• Inspects playground area and equipment, pool/spa area, and other recreational amenities to ensure everything is in good condition, making minor repairs as needed
• Ensures the resort is presentable and inviting at all times and that it adheres to Sun's curb appeal standards
• Regularly treats for weeds, weed whips, rakes leaves, plants flowers/shrubs, spreads mulch/woodchips/stones, trims shrubs and hedges, cuts down and removes tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and performs other lawn care services as necessary
• Ensures trash/debris is picked up daily from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties common area trash containers as needed
• Cleans resort amenities which may include clubhouses, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, resort offices, restrooms, laundry areas, bath houses, and maintenance garage
• Maintains vacant sites, including strap-downs & removal of trash and debris
• Removes snow from community streets, parking lots, building entrances and other areas Sun is responsible for maintaining, where applicable. May include using a truck with a plow, spreading salt, snow blowing, and/or shoveling
• Inspects tied down RVs, park models, and mobile homes for cleanliness, rust, damage, and other problems prior to permitting their sale
• Completes checklists of physical condition of resort sites prior to and after guest occupancy.
• Assists Resort Manager with supervision of service contractors
• Reports all maintenance issues and concerns that may be identified while performing daily duties to manager
• Ensures all resort streets and public access routes are free of hazards
• Maintains resort pool(s), tests chemical levels, and adjusts appropriately, where applicable
• Maintains resort vehicles and equipment
• Follows safety procedures while performing duties, including safely operating vehicles when moving from site to site & picking up supplies
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver's license
• 6 months previous maintenance experience in a campground or RV resort
• Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general maintenance techniques and repair work
• Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
• General knowledge of janitorial work, plumbing, and grounds maintenance
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and internet
• Availability to respond to resort needs during non-business hours while on-call

AS A DESTINATIONS TEAM MEMBER, YOU WILL

• Receive a welcome kit with detailed information about being a Sun Outdoors Destinations Team Work Camper
• Earn the most competitive pay in the Work Camper industry with highly competitive pay rates
• Take part in exciting activities and events
• Enjoy heavily discounted site fees
• Help our team offer an outstanding array of amenities, wonderful planned events, spacious social facilities and dedicated on-site customer service focused on maximizing the enjoyment our guests' visits
• Receive discounts at all Sun Outdoors locations
• Earn and have the ability to take paid sick leave