Make Ready Technician for Modern Apartments

Valiant-Enterprises-LLC; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance options

401(k) matching

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Valiant Residential is seeking a Make Ready to restore vacated apartments to market-ready status in a timely manner and according to management timelines. The role requires inspecting units, coordinating with Lead Maintenance, and performing a wide range of repairs and cleanliness tasks to prepare for new move-ins.

On-site responsibilities include checking lights, replacing fixtures, repairing windows, appliances, painting, and basic carpentry, with on-call and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of full-time related experience.
• Willingness to perform all required tasks.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Demonstrate knowledge of work safety habits.
• Ability to professionally represent the company.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Able to work on call (as necessary) and extended hours (including after-hours and weekends).
• Attention to detail - meticulous.
• Ability to organize & prioritize work.
• Social skills to interact with residents.
• Self-motivated; ability to work individually and on a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vacated apartments and complete a checklist regarding make-ready.
• Inform the Lead Maintenance and Community Manager of needed services and repairs.
• Make ready units for new move-ins.
• Check all lights and replace them as necessary.
• Replace or repair windows, screens, hinges, sliding glass doors, shelves, baseboards, mirrors, and closets.
• Check applicable appliances and inform Lead maintenance of problems.
• Assist in changing or removing appliances from the apartment.
• Make keys when necessary.
• Check faucet sink plugs and repair/replace them as necessary.
• Install ceramic tile backsplash in the kitchen.
• Replace washers when needed.
• Perform exterior repairs to sinks, bathtubs, etc., when warranted.
• Assist with painting duties when requested.
• Repair or replace curtains, mini-blinds, ceiling fans, etc.
• Repair plaster holes in walls and paint as necessary.
• Inspect bathroom tiles and perform minor repairs/replacements.
• Change A/C filters.
• Operate carpet cleaning equipment to clean carpets.
• Lend assistance during trash-out of the apartment, e.g., moving heavy/bulky items to the dumpster.
• Any other projects as directed.

Skills

English communication

Spanish bonus

Job description

Valiant Residential is seeking a Make Ready to restore vacated apartments to market-ready status in a timely manner and according to management timelines. The role requires inspecting units, coordinating with Lead Maintenance, and performing a wide range of repairs and cleanliness tasks to prepare for new move-ins.

On-site responsibilities include checking lights, replacing fixtures, repairing windows, appliances, painting, and basic carpentry, with on-call and weekend hours as needed.