Maintenance - Level I

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Maintenance - Level I in Belvidere, Illinois.

We Are Helpful, We Achieve Goals, We Have Fun.

Where else can you work and at the end of the day go home smelling like Campfire.

Whatyou'll do:

As a Maintenance Worker you perform various maintenance duties requiring technical labor skills, including HVAC repairs and adjustments, plumbing, light carpentry/construction, appliance repair, groundskeeping and more. You work as a team participant along with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure the community meets the quality maintenance standards set by ELS.

Your job will include:

  • Work closely with management to maintain a clean, safe and appealingproperty.

  • Attend morning staff meetings to communicate daily vendor appointments and required work.

  • Communicate regularly and professionally with other maintenance workers, management and staff and work closely with them on all special maintenance projects.

  • Maintain grounds and common areas and keep them free from trash and debris.

  • Report maintenance concerns directly to management and perform repairs.

  • Mow,weed,edge and otherwise maintain common areas and vacant lot grounds.

  • Conduct irrigation systems repairs.

  • You will be required to move heavy objects, and you may drive maintenance trucks to various locations on the property.

  • Monitor and control maintenance inventory and supplies.

  • Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

  • Execute Housekeeping cleaning based on property needs.

Skills & experience you need:

  • High school diploma or the equivalent experience.

  • 1-3years of direct technical work experience in applicable areas, including irrigation repairs, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, etc.

  • Ability tolift upto 50 pounds and work with heavy equipment.

  • Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.

  • Willingto be on call for emergencies that arise after hours.

We invite you to visit our web site at for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT and WA is:

Hourly: $17.00 - $17.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.

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