Resort Maintenance Technician - Outdoor Grounds

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation RV Site Discounts

Job summary

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors is seeking Resort Maintenance Technicians to maintain resort facilities, grounds, and utility systems while delivering friendly guest service.

You will perform routine repairs, operate tools, and support site readiness for guest arrivals, with emphasis on safety and curb appeal.

This role requires outdoor work, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift 50 pounds; on-site work with on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months in previous maintenance experience in a campground or RV resort (Preferred)
• 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

Responsibilities

• Empty trash, shovel, perform maintenance or repair duties, use power equipment, drills or other hand tools (Essential)
• Completes minor repairs to rental units and facilities as needed (Essential)
• Completes routine maintenance and minor emergency repairs, plumbing, sewage, construction & street repair (Essential)
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly, repairs as necessary (Essential)
• Inspects playground area and equipment, pool/spa area, and other recreational amenities to ensure everything is in good condition, making minor repairs as needed (Essential)
• 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

Skills

General maintenance

Outdoor work

Hand tools & power equipment

Lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Commercial machinery

Job description

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors is seeking Resort Maintenance Technicians to maintain resort facilities, grounds, and utility systems while delivering friendly guest service.

You will perform routine repairs, operate tools, and support site readiness for guest arrivals, with emphasis on safety and curb appeal.

This role requires outdoor work, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift 50 pounds; on-site work with on-call shifts.