If one of you can fix almost anything, there are a lot of employers who want to meet you, and many of them would gladly hire your partner too. Maintenance is the backbone of nearly every property on WorkingCouples. That includes apartment communities, HOAs, RV resorts, summer camps, schools, churches, motels and private estates.
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Job listings by nature are temporary. This is why a job search can’t be a one time situation. If you really want to find the perfect couples position, you have to watch what becomes available over a period of time.
We can’t predict the future job listings in this section, but if you want to see the types of positions you can expect over time, we suggest you take a look at the archived jobs. These jobs are not currently open, but we keep the titles and descriptions available, so that you can get a better feel for the jobs that do get posted in this category and/or location.
The most common pairing puts a skilled maintenance partner alongside someone who handles grounds, housekeeping, office work or guest services. Others hire two maintenance people, especially at larger campuses or resorts. The work covers work orders, preventive maintenance, unit turns, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, pools, small engines, painting and drywall, along with seasonal jobs such as snow removal and winterizing.
Because things break at night and on weekends, on-site maintenance roles often include an on-call rotation, and that is a big reason many of these positions come with housing. A home, apartment or RV site on the property, sometimes with utilities, is common for live-in couple jobs in this field.
Your application should read like a list of what you can do without calling a contractor. Name your trades and licenses, including certifications like EPA 608 or a pool operator certificate, the kinds of systems you have worked on, and whether you have your own tools. Then describe what your partner brings, so the employer you apply to can picture the two of you covering the whole property.
Maintenance Jobs for Couples: frequently asked questions
What maintenance skills are employers looking for?
General repair, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair, painting and drywall, pool care, small engine repair and grounds work. Licenses and certifications are a plus.
Do maintenance jobs for couples include housing?
Many on-site positions do, since the employer wants someone close by for emergencies. Housing may be an apartment, a house or an RV site.
Does the other partner need maintenance skills too?
Not always. Many jobs pair a maintenance partner with someone in housekeeping, grounds, office or guest services.
Do we need our own tools?
Some employers expect you to bring basic hand tools, while others supply everything. Ask during the interview.
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