Make Ready Technician

Hilltop Residential; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k with Company Match

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Visi

Paid Life Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Employee Rent Discount Program

Rapidly Growing Company with Growth

Job summary

Hilltop Residential in the Houston area is seeking a Make Ready Technician for Plaza at San Jacinto. The role focuses on preparing vacated apartments to Hilltop standards and supporting property maintenance across the community.

The ideal candidate has hands-on maintenance experience, can work weekends, and may hold an EPA/HVAC certification. Hilltop offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for growth as part of a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in residential properties.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends.
• EPA Universal or HVAC certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vacated apartments and complete make ready checklists.
• Complete make readies equal to the standards set forth by Hilltop Residential.
• Complete assigned work orders and ensure compliance to Hilltop Residential standards.
• Assist with building and common area maintenance.
• Inspect vacant apartments for damage to walls, doors, blinds, lights, and plumbing fixtures.
• Assist with preventative maintenance program and maintain property equipment.
• Must be able to paint.
• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.

Skills

General maintenance

Painting

Maintenance coordination

Education

EPA Universal or HVAC certification (preferred)

Job description

Make Ready Technician - Plaza at San Jacinto

At Hilltop Residential, we are proud of our vibrant culture. We are a world-class real estate investment company that provides unparalleled excellence to our customers and investors.

Hilltop is dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience not only as a great place to live, but also a great place to work, and we are honored to have received the recognition as a Great Place to Work three years in a row, as well as being named a Top Workplace by the Houston Chronicle! If you want to be a part of a fast-growing company that puts their employees first – Hilltop Residential is it!

Hilltop Residential Offers Great Benefits!

• Competitive Pay
• 401k with Company Match
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Rent Discount Program
• Rapidly Growing Company with Opportunities for Growth

Essential Responsibilities

• Inspect vacated apartments and complete make ready checklists.
• Complete make readies equal to the standards set forth by Hilltop Residential.
• Complete assigned work orders and ensure compliance to Hilltop Residential standards.
• Assist with building and common area maintenance.
• Inspect vacant apartments for damage to walls, doors, blinds, lights, and plumbing fixtures.
• Assist with preventative maintenance program and maintain property equipment.
• Must be able to paint.
• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.

Requirements

• 1+ years of hands‑on general maintenance experience
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Rotating on‑call responsibility for after‑hours emergencies
• Valid driver's license and/or access to reliable transportation
• EPA license is a plus

This role recommends an EPA Universal or HVAC certification. If you meet all other requirements and are chosen for this position, Hilltop Residential will be open to considering helping obtain certification at the appropriate time to invest in your professional development.

Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications—not race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship or any other status or characteristic covered by federal, state or local law.