Landscape Maintenance Technician

Position summary

This position will be responsible for the curb appeal and beautification of the community's landscape and the common area janitorial for our 181-space manufactured home community and adjacent ranch property located in Oxnard, CA. Duties will be assigned under the direct supervision of the Community Manager and Maintenance Manager.

Company Overview

Founded in 1958, The Star Companies is a family-owned and operated firm specializing in the manufactured housing industry. With communities throughout California, Colorado, Idaho and Nevada, we provide Value in Housing and Integrity in Service. Star's Mission Statement is: We provide superior service to manufactured home communities, maximizing value of the properties that we are entrusted to serve.

Company Core Values

• Expect excellence
• Strong work ethic
• Take ownership
• Willing to learn
• Do the right thing
• Treat everyone with respect

Position Performance Objectives

• Common area maintenance
• Common area janitorial (clubhouse, bathrooms, etc.)
• Minor painting
• Gardening and landscaping work
• Irrigation repairs
• Basic pool maintenance
• Maintain accurate records of work performed
• Other similar duties as needed

Key Competencies

• Possess a good work ethic and uphold the company values.
• Be customer service oriented.
• Be able to carry out assignments and work with minimal supervision.
• Be able to resolve challenges logically and know when know when to refer more complex issues to a higher level since duties and tasks are frequently non-routine.
• Demonstrate initiative, professionalism, integrity, and exercise confidentiality in all areas of performance.
• Be punctual, neat and efficient.
• Possess a valid California Driver's License, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.
• Read, write speak English fluently.

Physical Requirements

• Has the ability to bend, stoop, walk, climb ladders for 90% of a typical working day.
• Has the ability to bend, lift and reach boxes and maintenance supplies of 30 pounds or more.
• Has the ability to safely use tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, drills, and saws.
• Has the ability to log maintenance records in a computer or app.

Experience Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED Equivalent, minimum
• One year of recent experience in property management, apartment/residential maintenance.
• Mobile Home Park experience is a plus.
• Bring basic use skills of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Possess a valid California Driver's License, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance, required.

*What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• 10 paid holidays
• 5 vacation days first year, accrual begins immediately

Hourly Range: $20 - $23 per hour, Monday through Saturday, 48 hours per week

Location: Oxnard, CA 93033

If this position catches your eye, apply online now.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must be able to pass 7-year background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of background screening.