Make Ready

GPI Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

GPI Management is seeking a Make Ready Technician in Houston, Texas to prepare vacant apartment homes for new residents. You will be responsible for repairs, painting, and cleaning coordination to ensure that apartments are move-in ready.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of apartment maintenance experience and a knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general repairs. Your attention to detail and reliability will be crucial in making a great impression on new residents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of apartment maintenance or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, and general repair.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vacant units and complete make-ready checklist.
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting repairs.
• Replace light fixtures, outlets, switches, blinds, and hardware as needed.
• Repair or replace appliances when necessary.
• Patch, texture, and paint walls.
• Check for leaks, safety hazards, and code compliance issues.
• Complete all work orders assigned in a timely manner.
• Report major maintenance issues to Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

Skills

Dependability

Attention to detail

Basic plumbing

Electrical repairs

Drywall repair

Carpentry

Appliance repair

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Summary

Join our team as a Make Ready Technician! In this role, you will prepare vacant apartment homes for new residents by completing repairs, painting, cleaning coordination, and general maintenance to ensure each unit is safe, clean, and move-in ready.

We're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in their work. Experience with apartment maintenance, basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, and appliance repairs is preferred. If you enjoy working with your hands and helping create a great first impression for residents, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect vacant units and complete make-ready checklist.
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting repairs.
• Replace light fixtures, outlets, switches, blinds, and hardware as needed.
• Repair or replace appliances when necessary.
• Patch, texture, and paint walls.
• Check for leaks, safety hazards, and code compliance issues.
• Complete all work orders assigned in a timely manner.
• Report major maintenance issues to Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of apartment maintenance or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, and general repair.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.