Make Ready Technician

Progress Residential, L.P.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time off

Ongoing learning and development

Culture that celebrates you

Job summary

Progress Residential is seeking a Make Ready technician to restore vacant apartments to market-ready status and perform core maintenance tasks. You will use industry tools to complete repairs, assist with exterior grounds upkeep, and report hazards to the Community Manager.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely execution to meet property standards. This full-time position offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, PTO, and opportunities for growth within a nationwide

Qualifications

• General maintenance and safety experience.
• Basic computer skills/knowledge to perform job functions.
• Regularly performs manual, task-oriented work under direct supervision.
• High School or GED preferred.
• Required to provide own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Uses industry-specific technology to ensure repairs and replacements are completed timely.
• Performs repairs and upkeep of exterior grounds and common areas.
• Identifies and reports hazards to management.
• Ensures preventive maintenance programs are followed.
• Maintains and secures property-issued tools.
• Posts notices to vacate and communicates with residents as applicable.
• Complies with OSHA and safety requirements; knows applicable codes and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Basic computer skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Your career has a home here.

Ready to make an impact with a dynamic, forward-thinking company?

As a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, we take great pride in creating an enjoyable living experience for our residents – and an empowering, people-first culture for our team members. That’s why, for two years in a row, our employees have voted Progress a certified Great Place to Work®.

Why join Progress?

As the demand for professionally managed rental homes continues to grow, so do the opportunities at Progress. We’re looking for passionate professionals who are ready to grow with us, make a difference and be part of something meaningful.

Position Summary:
The Make Ready's primary responsibility is to ensure that all vacant apartment units are restored timely to market-ready status. This position will also perform general repairs and assist in overall maintenance of the property's interior and exterior. Exhibits strong commitment to the service needs of the internal and external customer. Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner.

Essential Job Functions:

• Uses industry-specific technology to ensure all repairs and replacements are completed timely to restore units to move-in ready condition within company standards.

• Performs repairs, replacements, and upkeep related to exterior grounds and common areas of the property.

• Assists with the identification and correction of hazardous community conditions and liabilities and reports hazards to Community Manager and Service Manager.

• Assist in ensuring that established preventive maintenance programs are followed and documented per BH program guidelines.

• Responsible for the maintenance and security of all property-issued tools.

• Post notices to vacate and other community communication, if applicable.

• Understands and complies with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and all other safety requirements. Knowledge of federal, state, and local code and internal policies, initiatives and systems regarding maintenance.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:

• General maintenance and safety experience.

• Basic computer skills/knowledge required to perform job functions.

• Regularly performs manual, task-oriented work under direct supervision.

• High School or GED (General Education Diploma) preferred.

• Required to provide own (industry specific) hand tools.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (work schedule may vary depending on business needs). Some overtime may be required and ability to work extended hours as needed to meet business needs.

Physical Requirements/Environment: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Full range of motion with upper and lower body. Continual movement including, but not limited to: standing, walking, bending, stooping, crawling, and climbing stairs.

• Ability to work with both hands for frequent grasping and manipulation.

• Push or pull items and reaching overhead.

• Operation of a motor vehicle onsite, if applicable.

• Exposure to all weather conditions.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.

• Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.

• Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.

• A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.

This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.

Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.

Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.