Make-Ready Technician

Morgan Properties; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent discount

On-call stipend

Vehicle stipend

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Morgan Properties is hiring Make Ready Service Technicians for The Ridge at Merriman Valley in Akron, OH. Join a large, established community of 1,400+ apartments and help prepare units for market readiness.

The role involves maintenance, appliance repair, drywall/paint, electrical work, and on-call support. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required; HVAC certifications are a plus. Benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• One year of related maintenance experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Active and valid driver's license and personal vehicle.
• Live within a 30-minute commute of the property.
• HVAC/EPA/CFC Certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for market-ready condition by performing maintenance and turnover duties.
• Basic appliance repair and troubleshooting.
• Drywall repair and touch-up painting; basic electrical repairs.
• Caulking and apartment touch-ups; trash-out and debris removal.
• Testing locks and key sets; assisting with property inspections and walks.
• Maintaining grounds and common areas including trash pickup and sweeping.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Apartment turns

Electrical work

HVAC/EPA/CFC

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

The Ridge at Merriman Valley, 1551 Treetop Trail, Akron, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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

Morgan Properties is hiring Make Ready Service Technicians!

NOW OFFERING $1500 SIGN ON BONUS!

Join our team as a Make Ready Service Technician at The Ridge at Merriman Valley in Akron, OH! This expansive community features 1,400+ apartment homes, offering steady work and opportunities to grow your maintenance career.

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 position is ideal for someone who enjoys apartment turns, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to be part of a collaborative maintenance team supporting a large, well-established community.

Compensation & Incentives:

• Base Pay: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour
• Up to 20% Rent Discount
• Property Staff Shared Renewal Commissions
• On-Call Appreciation: $15/day for holding the on-call phone
• $100 vehicle stipend
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off, including 10 holidays per year and sick leave
• 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 exceptional service to residents while helping keep The Ridge at Merriman Valley looking its best every day.

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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.

The Ridge at Merriman Valley, 1551 Treetop Trail, Akron, Ohio, United States of America