Apartment Make Ready Technician

Adara Communities; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Generous PTO

Rental housing discounts

People-first culture

Sign-on bonus

Salary range: $17-$20/hour

Job summary

Adara Communities in Dallas seeks an Apartment Make Ready Technician to prepare and restore vacant units for new residents. You will perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance, ensuring all spaces are clean, safe, and inviting.

This role requires prior apartment make-ready experience, a valid driver’s license, your own basic tools, and the ability to lift 40–50 lbs. You’ll work with the maintenance team to achieve timely turnarounds and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Prior apartment make ready experience required.
• Basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and construction repair abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Own a personal set of basic hand tools.
• The ability to lift 40-50 lbs.
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
• Important: Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius of the property or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and restore vacant apartments for new resident move-ins.
• Perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repairs.
• Repair or service items such as sinks, showers, appliances, cabinets, doors, and fixtures.
• Change bulbs; replace light fixtures, switches, outlets, and damaged hardware.
• Inspect locks, keys, and weather stripping; re-key or repair as needed.
• Complete interior and exterior painting and caulking.
• Perform light drywall repairs including patching, texturing, sanding and finishing.
• Assist with grounds upkeep including trash pickup, blowing breezeways, pressure washing, and maintaining clean common areas.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure timely unit turn completion.
• Uphold safety, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout the community.

Skills

Make ready experience

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Detail-oriented

Valid driver's license

Own basic hand tools

Physical stamina

Transportation

Dependability

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Location: Brookhaven Apartments
Property Size: 136 Units

Learn more about our community at: https://adaraportal.yottareal.com/dba?dbaid=60&selfsite=true

Why Join Adara Communities?

At Adara Communities, we blend 40 years of industry experience with a forward-thinking approach to technology, customer service, and community living. Our success is driven by people - our residents, our investors, and especially our team members. When passionate individuals work together with shared commitment, anything is possible. Join us and be part of a company where your impact truly matters.

What You'll Do As An Apartment Make Ready

• Prepare and restore vacant apartments for new resident move-ins
• Perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repairs
• Repair or service items such as sinks, showers, appliances, cabinets, doors, and fixtures
• Change bulbs; replace light fixtures, switches, outlets, and damaged hardware
• Inspect locks, keys, and weather stripping; re-key or repair as needed
• Complete interior and exterior painting and caulking
• Perform light drywall repairs including patching, texturing, sanding and finishing
• Assist with grounds upkeep including trash pickup, blowing breezeways, pressure washing, and maintaining clean common areas
• Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure timely unit turn completion
• Uphold safety, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout the community

What We're Looking for in the Apartment Make Ready Technician

• Prior apartment make ready experience REQUIRED
• Basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and construction repair abilities
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• A personal set of basic hand tools
• The ability to lift 40-50 lbs
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
• Important: Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius of the property or be willing to relocate.

Working Environment

This role requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and carrying items as part of daily porter responsibilities. Team members must be able to lift up to 50 lbs individually and up to 100 lbs with assistance. Work is performed both indoors and within community common areas. All employees must comply with the company's uniform policy, provided on the first day of employment.

What Adara Offers You

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Rental housing discounts x
• A supportive, people-first culture
• $200 sign on bonus! Paid after 6 months of employment
• Salary Range: $17-$20/hour

If you're a skilled make ready professional looking for a community and company that values your experience, we'd love to hear from you.