General Maintenance Technician

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 Full-time Maintenance person for our Lake Sherman Village Community.  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.

Maintenance Staff Job Description

Job Purpose

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.

Job Duties

• 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 a ll 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 Companys 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.

Physical requirements of the job

Work Environment

Work Schedule

Job classification

This is a non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Required qualifications

UMH offers employees a range of benefits :

Competitive wages with options for annual bonuses and pay increasesSales positions include the option to earn commission401(k) retirement savings plan with company matchGenerous paid time offCompany-paid life insurance for full-time employeesMedical / Rx, Dental and Vision insuranceVoluntary benefit plans : Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Confinement insurance, Life Insurance, Critical Illness coveragePet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)

UMH Properties, Inc. will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any   qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his / her job.  Please  speak with human resources should you require an accommodation or have any questions.

UMH Properties, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Candidates please note : You will receive emails regarding the status of your application. Some are autogenerated updates while others are correspondence from our HR team or the hiring manager directly. In some instances, these emails may go to your email SPAM folder. Be sure to check that folder regularly.

Compensation details : 18-21 Yearly Salary

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