Maintenance Make Ready/Porter

ZipRecruiter; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Maintenance Make Ready-Porter responsible for preparing vacant apartments for rental and maintaining property grounds. The role involves performing repairs, ensuring safety, and maintaining good relationships with colleagues. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential properties and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for market readiness.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain grounds and perform pool maintenance.

Skills

Make-Ready Work

Knowledge of Laws

Basic Hand Tools

Electrical Skills

Plumbing Skills

Painting Skills

Carpentry Skills

Landscaping Skills

Safety Procedures

Physical Ability

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Job description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Make Ready, Porter, Groundskeeper reports to the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. The Maintenance Make Ready-Porter is responsible for preparing vacant apartments for market readiness and maintaining the overall appearance of the property grounds, models, and vacant units.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Receive make-ready assignments; gather all necessary tools, equipment, and supplies needed to prepare an apartment for rent.
2. Clear out the unit for make ready; ensure move-out forms are approved and signed.
3. Confirm with Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor regarding items left by previous tenants that should be disposed of.
4. Evaluate carpets and vinyl; shampoo as needed and discuss replacement options with supervisors.
5. Check appliances and systems (air conditioning, heating, water heater); perform minor repairs or contact Maintenance Supervisor for extensive repairs.
6. Paint interior apartments and perform light exterior painting; polish and varnish cabinets and woodwork; repair holes and check caulking.
7. Repair or replace baseboards or trim; check doors and windows; re-key locks.
8. Shampoo carpets when equipment is available.
9. Respond to service calls, including after-hours emergencies, fire watch, etc.
10. Perform pool maintenance and landscape duties, including pressure washing and cleaning.
11. Maintain grounds daily: water plants, empty trash cans, and clean pools.
12. Sweep and clean common areas and rearrange furniture as needed.
13. Maintain pool chemical levels (Certified Pool Operator Certification required), manage inventory, and report shortages.
14. Report issues with pools or spas to Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
15. Distribute newsletters and notices door-to-door.
16. Suggest preventative maintenance measures and report physical problems observed.
17. Maintain good working relationships with colleagues, display professionalism, and follow safe work practices.
18. Perform other duties as assigned to meet community needs.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Experience with make-ready work at residential properties.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws concerning multi-family housing and Fair Housing.
• Ability to understand instructions and operate basic hand tools.
• Skills in electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and landscaping.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Ability to assess repairs and determine necessary replacements in vacant apartments.
• Physical ability to lift and move objects over 25 pounds regularly.
• Own tools may be required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• At least one year of relevant experience.

Lynd Management Group, LLC does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected class. Participation in E-Verify is required, and the company will verify employment eligibility through federal systems.