Make Ready Tech

Fogelman Properties; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay

On‑Call stipend

Quarterly bonus potential

Housing discount

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K matching

Training & Certifications

Job summary

Fogelman is hiring an experienced Make Ready Technician to join the Retreat at Steeplechase team in the Houston area. The role focuses on preparing vacant units for new residents with strong maintenance skills across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years as a Make Ready Technician, valid driver’s license, and a team‑oriented mindset. Fogelman offers competitive pay, on-call stipends, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Two years of maintenance experience preferred.
• HVAC certification (Type 1/2 or Universal) preferred.
• Proficiency in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair.

Responsibilities

• Clear out and dispose of items left behind after move out.
• Complete make-ready tasks per move-out checklist, including painting.
• Perform new move-in service requests per the move-in checklist.
• Assist in inventory of supplies and communicate needs to supervisor.
• Support preventive maintenance projects and on-call rotation as needed.
• Maintain positive communication with residents, vendors, and co-workers.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC certification

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Appliance repair

Job description

Fogelman is a nationally recognized, fully integrated multifamily real estate company that invests in and manages apartment communities, backed by six decades of experience, dynamic associates, and expert leadership. Our collaborative culture has earned us recognition as the #2 ranked Best Places to Work in Multifamily for 2026. With teamwork, experience, and expertise at the core of who we are, we create welcoming communities for thousands of residents while building trusted relationships and durable value for our partners, investors, and associates.

Hiring Experienced Make-ready Tech - Career Growth Opportunities

Fogelman is hiring an experienced Make Ready Technician to join the team at Retreat at Steeplechase, located in the Houston area. We’re looking for dedicated professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to a supportive, team‑focused environment.

The ideal candidate possesses a minimum of 3 years experience as a Make Ready Technician, is well‑rounded with maintenance skills, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair, has strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, and is a team player. HVAC certification is a plus! A valid Driver’s license is required for the position.

If you take pride in preparing homes that make a great first impression and enjoy being part of a community‑focused team, we’d love to connect with you.

Fogelman possesses over 60 years of experience and was ranked #2 in the country as a Best Place To Work in Multifamily for 2026. We invest in our associates with:

• Competitive Biweekly pay + On Call Stipend (if certified) + Quarterly Bonus Potential
• Monthly Cell Phone Allowance & split renewal commissions
• Housing Discount
• BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability/Life Insurance
• Matching 401K
• Training, Career Development, Certifications, Tuition Reimbursement
• Recognition & Rewards through Awardco + Associate Appreciations & Incentives
• $500 Associate Referrals
• Employee Connect – resources for legal, financial & personal support

Summary

The Make Ready Technician maintains efficient operation of the property by clearing out and preparing vacant units for new residents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Clearing out and disposal of all items left behind after move out.
• Completes service on make-ready apartments according to the move out checklist including painting tasks
• Performs new move in service requests per the move in checklist.
• Assists in taking inventory of supplies and furnishing supervisor with needed list.
• Assists with completing other service requests.
• Assists in preventive maintenance projects.
• Escalate unresolved service issues to the Service Director.
• May participate in "on call" rotation and respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Responsible for positive communications with residents, vendors, and co-workers.
• Weekend work may be required.
• Adhere to all company policies including but not limited to safety and Fair Housing.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Skills

• Two years of experience in maintenance preferred.
• HVAC experience with certification (Type 1 & 2 or Universal) preferred.
• Proficiency in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair preferred.
• Depending on the property, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance may be required.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Constant walking, standing, and sitting alternately; frequent climbing of stairs; occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, squatting, pushing/pulling, and reaching above shoulders.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs; Occasionally lift and/or move 50 lbs or more.
• Strong constant finger and hand dexterity with ability to grasp/turn, touch, feel, and reach.
• Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing; ability to comprehend and speak.
• Work in a variety of conditions, including both indoors and outdoors; frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Fogelman is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the pre‑employment process which may include criminal background, motor vehicle reporting, drug testing, and reference checks.

Fogelman is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the pre‑employment process which may include criminal background, motor vehicle reporting, drug testing, and reference checks.