Seasonal Maintenance Technician

Vacasa; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading vacation rental company as a Maintenance Technician, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring properties are ready for guests. In this seasonal part-time position, you'll perform essential maintenance tasks, troubleshoot various household issues, and create a welcoming environment. This role requires a handy individual with a passion for problem-solving and flexible scheduling. Enjoy competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a dynamic team while contributing to memorable guest experiences. If you're ready to make an impact in hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Car Allowance

Qualifications

• 2 years of property maintenance experience preferred.
• Self-motivated with a strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks for vacation homes.
• Respond to guest issues and ensure properties are well-maintained.

Skills

Property Maintenance

HVAC Repair

Plumbing

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Flexible Schedule

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Smartphone

Ticketing System

Job description

Vacasa is the largest full-service vacation rental company in North America. Our local teams are the key to our success and help us ensure our guests have a seamless stay. From fresh linens, clean kitchens, sparkling pools to maintenance support, our Operations teams keep our properties in top shape and ready to welcome our guests.

Work with Vacasa this Summer season!

Are you a handy individual who enjoys fixing and maintaining household items? We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team! In this role, you’ll perform general maintenance tasks to ensure our vacation homes are ready for guests. Experience with various equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, and standard household appliances, is essential. A curious mindset and a passion for troubleshooting are a must!

This is a seasonal position. Employment dates begin as soon as 5/1/2025 and work through end of season on or around 10/1/2025. As a part-time, seasonal position, exact schedule and hours are varied based on the needs of the business and may fluctuate from one week to the next.

Compensation

• $20 / hour. Actual pay will vary based on a candidate's skill, experience, education and/or location.
• Up to $100 per month car allowance for eligible employees
• More benefits and company perks information below

What you’ll do

• Complete maintenance tasks and projects, traveling between multiple worksites each day.
• Create a welcoming environment for our guests and owners by ensuring our homes are well maintained through general repairs, preventative maintenance & inspections.
• Respond to guest issues regarding maintenance, as needed including but not limited to:
• Appliance troubleshooting
• Cable/wifi troubleshooting
• Basic HVAC repair
• Light plumbing
• Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with team members and management team.
• Correspond on a regular basis with your local management team and team members.
• Be available and willing to assist your colleagues and management team when necessary.
• Provide cross-coverage when necessary to ensure urgent issues are addressed.
• Maintain hot tubs as needed; we offer on-site training.
• Collect and remove trash and debris.
• Ensure follow through on assigned maintenance tasks using in-house assignment system and respond to time-sensitive maintenance needs.
• Maintain required Maintenance Metrics on efficiency and utilize Vacasa’s ticketing system.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers.
• Attend all mandatory individual and team meetings.
• Other tasks as needed - because every day looks different in hospitality!

The skills you’ll need

• 2 years of basic, property maintenance experience preferred but not required.
• Reliable transportation.
• Smartphone and personal email address.
• Ability to regularly lift over 20 lbs.
• Self-motivated and customer service oriented.
• Ability to see projects through to completion.
• Ability to properly assess problems and provide solutions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed to support the needs of the business.
• Reasonable comfort level with computers and smart devices.
• Access to the internet and the ability to check your email on a daily basis.

What you’ll get

• Health/dental/vision insurance based on hours worked.
• Employer Sponsored & Voluntary Supplemental Benefits based on hours worked.
• 401K retirement savings plan with immediate 100% company match on the first 6% you contribute.
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts based on hours worked.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discounts.
• Part Time, Seasonal & Intermittent classified employees are not eligible for benefits. Vacasa will review the average hours worked during your first 90 days of employment and you’ll be communicated with if you become eligible. Please visit our careers page to see our full benefits package and what you have to look forward to if/when you become eligible.

The company is under no obligation to extend your employment through the season nor beyond the end date. There may be additional opportunities within this or other roles at season end.

Vacasa is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other classes protected by applicable law. Veterans are encouraged.

Vacasa is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs in the workplace is prohibited.

Some positions may require that you drive a personal vehicle and/or company vehicle for work purposes. Employees who are required to drive a personal vehicle must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and be at least 18 years of age. Employees who are required to drive a company vehicle must have a valid driver’s license, be at least 21 years of age, and have been a licensed driver for no less than 3 years.

An offer of employment for this role will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.