Make Ready Service Technician

Morgan Properties; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent discount (up to 20%)

Renewal commissions for staff

Morgan Essentials $300 quarterly

On-call pay $15/day

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Morgan Properties is hiring a Make Ready Service Technician at Park West 205 in the Pittsburgh area. The role focuses on routine turns and general maintenance to prepare apartments for market-ready condition.

We’re seeking candidates with a valid driver’s license and the ability to commute within 30 minutes. Experience with apartment turns, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and basic electrical work is preferred; HVAC/EPA/CFC certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active and valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Live within a 30-minute commute of the property.
• One year of related maintenance experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with apartment turns, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and basic electrical work preferred.
• HVAC/EPA/CFC certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for market-ready condition through routine maintenance and turnover tasks.
• Perform basic appliance repair and troubleshooting.
• Repair drywall and touch-up painting.
• Conduct basic electrical repairs and fixture replacement.
• Caulking and final touch-ups in apartments.
• Remove trash and debris; maintain grounds and common areas.
• Assist with property inspections and apartment walks.
• Test locks and key sets; support other maintenance staff.
• Be ready for on-call rotations and emergency events.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Turnovers

Electrical work

Drywall

Painting

Education

Equivalent education

Tools

HVAC certification (preferred)

Job description

Advance your maintenance career with Morgan Properties — Where Growth and Opportunity Await!

Now hiring Make Ready Service Technicians at Park West 205!

Duties

The Make Ready Service Technician prepares vacant apartments for market-ready condition by performing various maintenance and turnover duties including, but not limited to:

• Standard apartment turns and unit preparation
• Basic appliance repair and troubleshooting
• Drywall repair and touch-up painting
• Basic electrical repairs and fixture replacement
• Caulking and apartment touch-ups
• Trash-out and debris removal
• Testing locks and key sets
• Assisting with property inspections and apartment walks
• Maintaining grounds and common areas including trash pickup, sweeping sidewalks and breezeways, etc.
• Assisting Maintenance Technicians, Porters, and Housekeeping as needed
• This is a newer property, so the role will focus primarily on routine turns and general maintenance needs rather than extensive renovation work.

Compensation & Incentives

• Base Pay: $18.00 –$19.00 per hour
• Up to 20% Rent Discount
• Property Staff Shared Renewal Commissions
• Morgan Essentials: $300 quarterly
• On-Call Appreciation: $15/day for holding the on-call phone
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off, including 10 holidays per year and sick leave

Hours & Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Position will eventually participate in rotating on-call responsibilities
• Must be available and prepared for emergency events as needed
• *Schedule subject to change based on business needs

What We’ll Expect From You

• Active and valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.
• Live within a 30-minute commute of the property.
• Traditional maintenance skills and hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience with apartment turns, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and basic electrical work preferred.
• Candidates with strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
• HVAC/EPA/CFC Certification preferred, but not required.
• One year of related maintenance experience, or equivalent education and experience.

We’re looking for a dependable, team-oriented individual who takes pride in maintaining quality apartment homes and delivering excellent service to residents.

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If you are hired at Morgan Properties, your overall compensation package will also be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Get To Know Us

Established in 1985, Morgan Properties is a national real estate investment and management company headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, with a corporate office in Rochester, New York. Morgan Properties and its affiliates pursue a diversified investment strategy focusing on multifamily equity investments, commercial mortgage-backed securities, preferred equity, and whole loans. Morgan Properties and its affiliates own and manage a multifamily portfolio comprising over 110,000 units across more than 400 communities in 22 states – the company is consistently one of the largest owners of multifamily in the country.

Additionally, the company has made investments in commercial mortgage-backed securities backed by over $40 billion in multifamily loans. With over 2,500 employees, Morgan Properties prides itself on its quick decision-making capabilities, strong capital relationships, and proven operational expertise. For more information, please visit www.morganproperties.com.