Part-time Seasonal Maintenance

UMH Properties Inc•Greensburg, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join UMH Properties, Inc. and make a difference! UMH Properties, Inc. is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:UMH) with over 50 years in the manufactured housing industry. As a company that provides high-quality affordable homes and well-cared for communities in eleven states, we know that our company is only as strong as our people. That is why we provide stable and long lasting careers, with extensive training and opportunities for growth. We are looking for a Part-time Maintenance Tech for our Hillcrest Crossing and Pine Valley Estate communities. The purpose of a Maintenance position is to provide overall community groundskeeping and maintenance as well as perform repairs as needed to all community owned homes and lots. Maintenance employees must uphold the UMH standards for professionalism, quality and safety in all work performed.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Safely operate either your personal vehicle for business purposes or a UMH vehicle
A broad range of experience in home repairs, general plumbing, grounds maintenance and the operation of heavy equipment.
Snow plow experience
Ability to prioritize safety in all job duties and attend periodic safety trainings assigned by UMH Properties
Time management skills
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently to complete job duties

Responsibilities

Drive UMH vehicles through the community on a daily basis to inspect all common areas.
Record violations observed during daily inspections
Repair and maintain community-owned homes and lots.
Maintain community grounds including but not limited to mowing lawns, weed eating, removing leaves and debris, plowing snow, shoveling sidewalks.
Keep work areas clean and safe. Cleanup should occur several times throughout the day, with trash and waste disposed of in approved containers, drips and spills wiped up immediately, and equipment and tools put away as work is completed. The following areas must remain clear of obstructions: aisles/exits, fire extinguishers and emergency equipment, all electrical breakers, controls and switches.
Ensure that all company vehicles and equipment are maintained and serviced regularly.
In communities where this is required: Take daily readings from the water plant and inspect the pump stations, well-houses and treatment plants.
Keep a log of all work performed in the community
Complete periodic training to safely work with hazardous chemicals. Be familiar with and comply with the Company’s Hazard Communication Program
Use and move heavy equipment.
Safely operate a variety of power tools and hand tools
Follow lockout procedures of energy isolating devices whenever maintenance or servicing is done on machines or equipment.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with coworkers, managers and community residents.
May assist with new home installations including connecting sewer and water lines, affixing skirting, and building/installing decks.
The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.