Position Summary
The Assistant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and curb appeal of a large 60-acre community. This role primarily focuses on intensive groundskeeping, pool upkeep, and providing hands-on support to the Maintenance Supervisor for technical repairs and rental turn over.
Key Responsibilities
- Grounds & Landscaping: Mow, weed eat, and edge common areas, vacant lots, and community entrances. Operate and maintain zero-turn mowers and gas-powered trimmers.
- Vegetation Management: Safely apply herbicides to fence lines, gravel areas, and drainage ditches to prevent overgrowth.
- Pool Maintenance: Daily cleaning (skimming, vacuuming, and brushing) of the community pool.
- Supervisor Assistance: Serve as a "second set of hands" for the Maintenance Supervisor on larger projects including water line repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and home "make-reads."
- Waste Management: Regular "policing" of the 60-acre grounds to remove trash/debris and cleaning community dumpster areas.
"The Plus Skills" (High-Value Duties)
We are specifically looking for candidates with basic knowledge in the following areas:
- Painting: Professional touch-ups on community buildings, signage, and prepping vacant homes for move-in (trim, decks, and siding).
- Basic Plumbing: Fixing leaky faucets, unclogging common area drains, and assisting with water line repairs or meter replacements.
- Basic Electrical: Replacing light ballasts, installing ceiling fans in community offices, and swapping out exterior lighting or breakers under supervision.
- Carpentry & Exterior: Basic repairs to home skirting, porch railings, and community fencing.
Qualifications
- Ability to work outdoors in the Texas heat for 8+ hours a day.
- Physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs and walk several miles of property daily.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Previous experience with landscaping equipment or pool maintenance is highly preferred.
Specific Tasks for a 60-Acre Property
- Road & Infrastructure Care: Patching potholes in community roads and ensuring speed bumps are visible and secure.
- Drainage Maintenance: Keeping culverts and storm drains clear of debris to prevent flooding during Hill Country rains.
- Equipment Upkeep: Routine oil changes and blade sharpening for the mowers and equipment used to maintain the large acreage.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Application Question(s):
- This role requires maintaining two separate properties (Live Oak and Cozy Cove). Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between New Braunfels and San Antonio?
- Are you physically able to perform outdoor lawn maintenance for extended periods, including the use of commercial mowers, weed eaters, and blowers?
- Do you have at least 1–2 years of hands-on experience in basic home repairs, such as minor plumbing (fixing leaks), basic electrical (changing outlets), or carpentry?
- Are you available to work a consistent schedule and occasionally respond to urgent maintenance needs at either location?
- Do you have prior experience specifically working in a Mobile Home Park or Multi-family housing environment?
- Do you own a basic set of hand tools and power tools (drill, impact driver, etc.) that you are willing to use on the job?
Experience:
- Property Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
