Maintenance Technician

Sun Communities•Concord, NH

13d

About The Position

Maintenance Technicians perform routine and preventative maintenance to maintain the physical integrity of Sun’s communities. They conduct home and building maintenance repairs and are responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of property grounds, facilities, streets, equipment, and various utility systems. They provide excellent customer service to prospective and current residents at all times. The role involves outdoor work in changing temperatures and may require on-call availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Basic computer proficiency, including use of email and the internet.
Ability to work an on-call schedule.
Proficiency operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery.
Ability to provide legible written reports.
General knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, and grounds maintenance.
Ability to endure temperature fluctuations while working outdoors.

Nice To Haves

Six months of previous maintenance experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry.
Six months of snow removal experience, including operating a plow truck, if applicable.
Six months of demonstrated knowledge and broad experience in general maintenance techniques and repair work.

Responsibilities

Pick up trash and debris daily from common areas and streets, and empty common-area trash containers as needed.
Complete minor repairs to rental homes and facilities.
Inspect and repair irrigation systems as needed.
Maintain vacant sites, including strap-downs and removal of trash and debris.
Remove snow from community streets, parking lots, building entrances, and other areas Sun is responsible for maintaining, where applicable. This may involve operating a plow truck, spreading salt, snow blowing, or shoveling.
Maintain lawns by treating weeds, planting flowers and shrubs, spreading mulch, trimming hedges, removing weather-damaged tree limbs, and performing other lawn care.
Keep community streets and public access routes free of hazards.
Perform water testing and maintenance related to well-water and sewer systems or on-site water meters, where applicable, including reading, repairing, and installing water meters.
Report community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties to the manager.
Complete checklists documenting community or site conditions before and after resident occupancy.
Maintain the community’s appearance and ensure it meets Sun’s curb appeal standards.
Clean facilities such as clubhouses, community offices, restrooms, laundry areas, and maintenance garages.
Assist the manager with supervision of service contractors.
Inspect playgrounds, equipment, pools, spas, and other recreational amenities; make minor repairs as needed.
Assist with properly spotting homes during move-in and move-out.
Maintain community pools and test and adjust chemical levels, where applicable.
Maintain community vehicles and equipment.
Follow safety procedures while performing duties, including safely operating vehicles between sites and when picking up supplies.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription coverage with four plan options.
Dental and vision plans.
On-site fitness center.
Voluntary health and dependent care reimbursement accounts.
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and dependent life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with Sun matching contribution.
Employee Assistance Program.
Identity theft insurance.
Legal assistance plan.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Vacation RV site discounts at Sun resorts.
Team Member Perks & Discounts program.
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Paid time off, including ten holidays, vacation, personal and sick time, bereavement, and jury duty pay.
Advancement opportunities.
Learning and growth opportunities.
Flexible work environment.