Property Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are presently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our  Clarkston Lakes community located in Clarkston, MI , who will perform general grounds and lawn maintenance, as well as basic repairs to homes owned by the community, for 40 hours per week.

As a successful Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Perform maintenance to ensure homes and community areas are in proper condition.
• Perform repairs and maintain the community water and sewer lines.
• Execute assigned work orders and report status to the Community Manager timely and efficiently.
• Promote goodwill by handling all contacts with residents, prospective residents, visitors and other employees in a spirit of courtesy, cooperation and attentiveness.
• Use established procedures to identify deficiencies and take immediate action with community manager approval.
• Ensure community grounds are appropriately manicured.  Regularly treat for weeds, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs as needed, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
• Remove and dispose of garbage on community grounds, including common areas, main entrance and from resident’s sites as needed to maintain community appearance.
• Perform snow removal using a snow blower, hand shovel or a plow truck, as applicable.
• Advise Community Manager or Maintenance Supervisor of residents who do not properly dispose of their excess garbage or have large/bulk items that may require pickup arrangements. 
• Perform regular inventories of maintenance and grounds equipment and supplies to advise Community Manager of equipment and supply needs.
• Maintain order and appearance of garage and storage areas.
• Maintain all maintenance and grounds equipment to keep it clean and cared for.
• Comply with national, state and local health and safety laws to reduce accident occurrences and to protect residents, the company, team members and vendors.
• Perform seasonal pre-maintenance service on a timely basis.
• Remain available for “on call” duties as needed.
• Participate in the refurbishing of Community Owned homes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience, preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Valid operator’s license, maintenance of a good driving record at all times, and insurability under the Company’s policy at all times.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, HVAC, and carpentry.
• May need to provide own tools.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, walk continuously, and access restricted spaces.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment and other equipment.
• Ability to lift or to move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to efficiently perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to various chemical compounds.

We are Proud to Provide the following:

• Access to benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and holidays
• Flexible spending account
• 401K with company match