Make-Ready Tech & Grounds Keeper — HVAC/PM Expert

The Inter-Faith Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) matching up to 5%

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Disability and Life Insurance

Generous PTO and Holidays

Job summary

The Inter-Faith Group seeks a Make-Ready Tech/Grounds Keeper for one of its Houston properties. The role requires proactive, reliable work ethic with experience in landscaping, painting, turnover maintenance, and HVAC/EPA knowledge.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, with on-call and possible overtime. You will perform building repairs, manage preventive maintenance, prepare units for turnover, and ensure safety standards are met across grounds and facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience as apartment maintenance technician or similar role.
• Proficient in plumbing, electrical repair, painting, appliance repair and drywall.
• Self-starter and able to work independently.
• Must have valid driver's license, insurance and car registration if driving for business.
• On-call availability and on-site presence on short notice.
• HVAC Certified, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make repairs and daily maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance work by handling daily work orders and planning.
• Prepare vacant units for new tenants in a timely manner.
• Replace plumbing fixtures.
• Perform electrical repairs and light fixture replacements.
• Carry out sheetrock repairs and interior painting.
• Maintain HVAC/EPA systems.
• Troubleshoot work orders and maintain/clean grounds and common areas.
• Inspect building systems and report unsafe conditions to leadership.
• Ensure OSHA safety standards are met and safe handling of materials.
• Assist with preventive maintenance for interiors and exteriors including pools and fitness equipment.
• Respond to service requests within 24 hours and complete tasks promptly.
• Maintain inventory of tools and supplies.

Skills

Apartment maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Painting

Drywall repair

Carpentry

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EPA Certification

Driver's license

Job description

The Inter-Faith Group seeks a Make-Ready Tech/Grounds Keeper for one of its Houston properties. The role requires proactive, reliable work ethic with experience in landscaping, painting, turnover maintenance, and HVAC/EPA knowledge.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, with on-call and possible overtime. You will perform building repairs, manage preventive maintenance, prepare units for turnover, and ensure safety standards are met across grounds and facilities.