Make Ready- Austin, TX Full Time | Saratoga Ridge

Knightvest Residential; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Make Ready Technician/Porter in Austin, TX, where your skills will help create welcoming homes for new residents. This role emphasizes the importance of customer service and integrity, ensuring that apartments are ready and safe for move-in. You will be part of a dedicated team that values character and teamwork, working on a variety of maintenance tasks, from repairs to groundskeeping. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a real difference in people's lives, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related experience required.
• HVAC Certification preferred, along with CAMT.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and improvements to apartments before resident move-in.
• Maintain grounds and common areas, ensuring cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Customer Service

Maintenance Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

HVAC Certification

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT)

Tools

Pressure Washer

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

As a valuable member of our on-site management team, our Make Ready Technicians help maintain the interior standards for our apartments and prepare a welcoming home for our new residents.

At Knightvest, our greatest investment is in our talent. By encouraging a corporate culture centered on character, we attract and retain impressive teams comprised of top performers who value customer service. We are in the people business. We follow the Golden Rule, and treat others the way we want to be treated. A cornerstone of our business is integrity. Having fun is a hallmark. Joining our team is joining the best! We are currently looking for a Make Ready Technician/Porter to join our team at a property in Austin, TX.

Administrative/Office

• Meet daily with Lead Maintenance Supervisor to communicate & manage the workflow of all make readies, service repairs, and special projects.
• Organize & file appropriate reports and paperwork daily.
• Manage & complete make-ready checklists & all other required maintenance documentation.

Maintenance & Safety

• Complete all needed repairs & improvements to apartment homes prior to resident move-in by following the make-ready checklist including: window blinds, sheetrock repair, caulking & sealing all windows, sinks, toilets, and baths, touch-up paint, lighting.
• Assist in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash, pressure washing breezeways & pool areas, painting curbs/signs/exteriors, and performing general cleaning as needed.
• Change all locks & ensure all gates are working according to code & property policy.
• Assist with all preventative maintenance and “special projects” as needed.

Resident Relations

• Accept service requests from the work order log and complete them quickly & thoroughly.
• Maintain a positive customer service and “can do” attitude at all times.
• Distribute notices & communications to residents as needed.

Requirements

• 6 months of related experience & training required.
• Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Certification preferred.
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) is preferred, but not required.
• Renovation experience preferred.
• Candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Knightvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.