Apartment Make Ready Technician

Adara Communities; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Housing discounts

PTO

Job summary

Adara Communities is seeking an Apartment Make Ready Technician at Cross Creek in Plano, TX. You will prepare and restore vacant apartments for new residents and perform minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs to ensure timely unit turns.

Ideal candidates have prior make ready experience, a valid driver’s license, and your own basic hand tools. The role is physically active, with lifting up to 50 lbs, and requires living within 20 miles of the property or willingness to relocate.

Qualifications

• Prior apartment make ready experience is 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.
• Personal set of basic hand tools.
• The ability to lift 40-50 lbs.
• 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

Apartment make ready experience

Basic carpentry

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

Attention to detail

Valid driver's license

Own basic tools

Lift 40-50 lbs

Dependability

Job description

Apartment Make Ready Technician

Location: Cross Creek

Property Size: 290 Units

Learn more about our community at: Cross Creek Apartments | Home | Plano, TX

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
• A supportive, people-first culture
• 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.

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