Resort Maintenance Technician

Sun Communities • New Braunfels, TX

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About The Position

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

The role includes general repairs, grounds and amenity upkeep, inspections, snow removal, pool maintenance where applicable, and maintaining resort vehicles and equipment. Technicians follow safety procedures and report maintenance issues and concerns to the manager. The position requires constant outdoor work and availability to respond to resort needs during non-business hours while on-call. Pay is $18–$20 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Proficiency operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery.
• Ability to provide legible written reports.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet.
• Availability to respond to resort needs during non-business hours while on-call.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of previous maintenance experience in a campground or RV resort.

Responsibilities

• Empty trash; shovel; perform maintenance or repair duties; and use power equipment, drills, and other hand tools.
• Complete minor repairs to rental units and facilities.
• Complete routine maintenance and minor emergency repairs involving plumbing, sewage, construction, and street repair.
• Inspect and repair irrigation systems as necessary.
• Inspect playgrounds, equipment, pool and spa areas, and other recreational amenities, making minor repairs as needed.
• Keep the resort presentable and inviting and maintain Sun’s curb appeal standards.
• Perform lawn care, including weed treatment, weed whacking, raking leaves, planting flowers and shrubs, spreading mulch or other materials, trimming shrubs and hedges, and removing damaged tree limbs.
• Pick up trash and debris from common areas and streets daily and empty common-area trash containers as needed.
• Clean resort amenities, which may include clubhouses, tennis and pickleball courts, resort offices, restrooms, laundry areas, bath houses, and the maintenance garage.
• 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.
• Inspect tied-down RVs, park models, and mobile homes for cleanliness, rust, damage, and other problems before permitting their sale.
• Complete checklists documenting the physical condition of resort sites before and after guest occupancy.
• Assist the Resort Manager with supervision of service contractors.
• Report maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties to the manager.
• Ensure resort streets and public access routes are free of hazards.
• Maintain resort pools, test chemical levels, and adjust them appropriately, where applicable.
• Maintain resort vehicles and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures while performing duties, including safely operating vehicles when traveling between sites and picking up supplies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription coverage with multiple plan designs.
• Comprehensive dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• Voluntary health and dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with Sun matching contribution.
• DailyPay access to get paid daily.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Identity theft insurance.
• Legal assistance plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Vacation RV site discounts at Sun Outdoors locations nationwide.
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program.
• Paid time off, including ten holidays, vacation, personal and sick time, bereavement, and pay for jury duty.
• Advancement opportunities, learning and growth, and flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED