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Summer Maintenance Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Summer Discovery

Resident EMT

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

Follow Summer Discovery emergency protocols and maintain direct communication with the Medical Director during the 9 AM-6 PM EST window. * Student Support: Provide compassionate, non-judgmental care ...

Life Time

Summer Camp Counselor

Novi, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Maintains cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety * Promotes monthly events and ... Completion of Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification prior to Camp Season * First Aid ...

Life Time, Inc.

Summer Camp Counselor

Troy, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Maintains cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety * Promotes monthly events and ... Completion of Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification prior to Camp Season * First Aid ...

Life Time, Inc.

Summer Camp Counselor

Novi, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Maintains cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety * Promotes monthly events and ... Completion of Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification prior to Camp Season * First Aid ...

Archdiocese of Detroit

Maintenance

Saint Clair Shores, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

St. Clair Shores, MI, 48080 We are seeking a skilled Maintenance worker to perform upkeep tasks ... Ability to work outside during summer and winter months periodically * Willing to be certified ...

Diocese of Gaylord

Maintenance

Prescott, MI

... in the summer/fall and far fewer in the winter/spring. REQUIREMENTS: * Reliable and flexible ... Maintain logs for equipment. * Maintenance of Lawn: Mow lawn and ditches, weed whack, rake, trim ...

Diocese of Gaylord

Maintenance

Prescott, MI · On-site

... in the summer/fall and far fewer in the winter/spring. REQUIREMENTS: * Reliable and flexible ... Maintain logs for equipment. * Maintenance of Lawn: Mow lawn and ditches, weed whack, rake, trim ...

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Summer Maintenance information

What is a summer maintenance?

Summer maintenance jobs involve performing upkeep and repair tasks during the summer months, usually on school campuses, parks, residential properties, or commercial facilities. Typical duties include landscaping, cleaning, painting, basic repairs, and equipment maintenance. These positions are often seasonal and ideal for students or individuals seeking temporary employment. The work helps ensure that facilities remain safe, operational, and visually appealing throughout the busy summer season.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer maintenance worker?

To thrive as a Summer Maintenance worker, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and familiarity with general maintenance tasks, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience using common hand and power tools, lawn care equipment, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining facilities efficiently, ensuring safety, and supporting smooth operations during busy summer months.

What are some common challenges faced in a summer maintenance position and how can they be managed?

Summer Maintenance roles often involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions, managing physically demanding tasks, and adapting to a fast-paced schedule as facilities prepare for increased seasonal use. Common challenges include staying hydrated and safe in the heat, efficiently juggling multiple repair or cleaning assignments, and coordinating with other team members to ensure timely completion of projects. Effective communication, strong time management, and attention to safety protocols are key to overcoming these challenges and succeeding in the role.

What is the difference between Summer Maintenance vs Landscape Technician?

AspectSummer MaintenanceLandscape Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in equipment operationHigh school diploma; certifications in horticulture or landscape design are common
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, seasonal work focusing on property upkeep during summer monthsOutdoor, hands-on work involving planting, trimming, and landscape installation
Employer & Industry UsageProperty management companies, parks, schools, and municipalitiesLandscape design firms, nurseries, and residential/commercial landscaping companies

Summer Maintenance primarily involves seasonal outdoor property upkeep, focusing on tasks like lawn care, irrigation, and general maintenance during summer. Landscape Technicians perform more specialized landscaping tasks such as planting, trimming, and landscape installation. While both roles work outdoors and may require similar certifications, Summer Maintenance tends to be more generalist, whereas Landscape Technicians focus on specific landscaping projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Maintenance jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Maintenance jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Summer Maintenance jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Summer Maintenance job openings:

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Infographic showing various Summer Maintenance job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

South Haven Summer Mentor

Youth Development Company/PAL

South Haven, MI • On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

YDC Summers create RAVING FANS! Summer Mentors have an opportunity to get paid while they play! Enrichment activities, field trips and mentoring some AMAZING KIDS! Summer Mentors should expect a high energy summer and be ready for laughter and cheers!

Use your passion for working with children to provide a safe place to grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually. Through warmth, patience, and understanding our early childhood educators and mentors create meaningful relationships with children, families, and their YDC family. Use your purpose and talents to encourage children to learn and grow through a play with a purpose approach.

As a member of the YDC family, you will:

  • Experience joy through living your purpose and building solid foundations for children to thrive
  • Be inspired by youth who use the coping skills you taught them to solve problems
  • Take pride in maintaining an entertaining and cooperative space that is clean and organized
  • Thrive as a professional through advancement opportunities and continuous training
  • Ensure safety is the number one priority for each child and yourself
  • Create fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate learning experience, or mentoring opportunity
  • Cultivate positive collaborations with community partners to share new and out of the box experiences

Youth Development Company/PAL is a 27 year old non-profit organization who provides full time and part time opportunities for youth mentoring to school age children during out of school times through homework help, physical activity, creative and fun learning opportunities. We also provide early childhood education to children from infants to 5 years old in a licensed childcare / daycare setting to build the fundamental skills for them to succeed as they embark on their educational journey.

Our out of school time programs are in Bangor, Coloma, Gobles and South Haven. YDC Learning Centers are providing care for young children in South Haven, Coloma and Gobles

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