Make Ready Specialist - Plano, TX

The Tipton Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

401(k) with employer matching

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Tipton Asset Group, Inc. is seeking a Make Ready Specialist to support day-to-day maintenance, complete apartment turns, and address resident service needs at our community.

You will perform basic repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and related tasks while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for residents. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and customer-friendly service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year apartment maintenance, make-ready, or groundskeeping preferred.
• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete routine maintenance and repair tasks.
• Must provide/use your own basic hand tools.
• Strong customer-service and professional communication with residents, vendors, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Complete apartment turns/make-readies, including repairs and cleaning.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely, courteous manner.
• Perform routine property and grounds upkeep, including trash removal and light landscaping.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting).
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks to keep systems operating smoothly.
• Identify issues and communicate larger repairs to management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment.
• Work as part of a team and support community needs.

Skills

Customer service

Dependable

Team player

Communication

Organization

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Who are we looking for?

YOU! If you're hands‑on, dependable, take pride in your work, and enjoy keeping a community in great condition, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Our Make Ready Specialists play a critical role in creating a safe, clean, and welcoming community for our current and future residents. As a Make-Ready Specialist, you'll support the day-to-day maintenance operations of the apartment community, complete apartment turns, respond to service needs, and help maintain the overall appearance of the property.

What You'll Do

• Complete apartment turns/make-readies, including repairs, touch-ups, cleaning, and preparation for new residents.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
• Perform routine property and grounds upkeep, including trash removal, light landscaping, and maintaining common areas.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, and other building systems.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks to help keep equipment and property systems operating properly.
• Identify maintenance issues and communicate larger repair needs to management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment.
• Work as part of a team and assist with other reasonable duties necessary to support the community and residents.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of apartment maintenance, make-ready, or groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete routine maintenance and repair tasks.
• Must have and be able to provide/use your own basic hand tools.
• Strong customer-service skills and the ability to communicate professionally with residents, prospective residents, vendors, and team members.
• Dependable, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, climbing, and working in various indoor and outdoor conditions.

Why Join Us?

At Tipton Asset Group, Inc., we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We take a team-first approach and value employees who take ownership, support one another, and consistently deliver a high level of service to our residents.

We offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance options
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within
• Training and opportunities for professional growth and development
• A team-oriented work environment

Our Commitment

Every position at Tipton Asset Group, Inc. contributes to the success of our communities. We're looking for team members who are dependable, solution-oriented, and committed to providing residents with a positive living experience.

Pre-employment screening includes a background check and drug screening.

Tipton Asset Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.