Make Ready Tech

Fogelman Properties; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fogelman is seeking a Make Ready Technician to maintain property operations by clearing out units and preparing them for new residents. You will perform make-ready tasks, including painting, and assist with move-in service requests while supporting inventory and preventive maintenance efforts.

Two years of maintenance experience is preferred, with HVAC certification (Type 1 & 2 or Universal) preferred. A valid driver's license may be required, and weekend work could be involved.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in maintenance preferred.
• HVAC 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.

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 move in checklist.
• Assist with inventory of supplies and provide lists to supervisor.
• Escalate unresolved service issues to Service Director.
• May participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Maintain positive communications with residents, vendors, and coworkers.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC Certification

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Appliance repair

Driver's license

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.

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

The environmental and physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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.