Apartment Make Ready Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insu

Generous PTO

Rental housing discounts

Supportive, people-first culture

Salary range: $17-$20/hour

Job summary

Adara Communities in The Redland is seeking an Apartment Make Ready Technician to prepare vacant apartments for new resident move-ins. You will perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs, repair fixtures, and ensure units are cleaned and held to quality standards.

You will work closely with the maintenance team to turn units quickly, maintain safety and cleanliness, and uphold the community's commitment to residents and performance.

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
• Personal set of basic hand tools
• The ability to lift 40-50 lbs
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
• 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 basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Hand tools

Lifts 40-50 lbs

Reliability

Positive attitude

Job description

Apartment Make Ready Technician

Location: The Redland

Property Size: 276 Units

Learn more about our community at: The Redland

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