Job Description

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/ Landscaper in Welches, Oregon.

What You’ll Do:

As a Maintenance Technician II / Landscaper, you will play a key role in maintaining the overall appearance, safety, and functionality of the community. This position combines general property maintenance with extensive landscaping responsibilities, including preparing RV sites and home sites for incoming residents and guests, maintaining common areas, and ensuring the property consistently meets company standards. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing both maintenance and groundskeeping duties in all weather conditions.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Maintain the community's grounds, landscaping, common areas, and amenity spaces to ensure a clean, safe, and attractive environment.
• Prepare RV sites, home sites, and common areas for new residents and guests, including site cleanup, weed removal, trimming, grading, gravel placement, landscaping improvements, and general site readiness.
• Mow lawns, trim bushes and trees, edge walkways, and perform routine landscaping throughout the property.
• Remove trash, debris, and fallen branches from sites, roads, and common areas.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment, including mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, and other groundskeeping tools.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including light plumbing, carpentry, painting, appliance repairs, and minor electrical work.
• Inspect and maintain park amenities, recreational facilities, and common-use areas to ensure they are functioning properly.
• Work closely with management to identify, report, and resolve maintenance and landscaping concerns.
• Attend daily staff meetings to discuss assignments, vendor activities, and ongoing projects.
• Assist with special projects, property improvements, and capital projects as assigned.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of landscaping supplies, maintenance materials, tools, and equipment.
• Safely operate company vehicles and maintenance equipment throughout the property.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergency situations as needed.
• Maintain accurate communication with management regarding work completed, site conditions, and safety concerns.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company safety standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support property operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record and current automobile insurance.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of property maintenance, landscaping, or related experience preferred.
• Experience operating landscaping equipment such as mowers, weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, and other groundskeeping tools.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high property appearance standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

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

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