Make Ready Technician: Move-In Ready Homes

Knightvest Residential; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision, life, and diſ

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Education reimbursement and training

Wellness resources and employee perks

Apartment rental discounts

Referral bonuses and recognition

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Knightvest Residential is seeking a Make Ready Technician to prepare apartments for new residents at The Lofts at 7th in Fort Worth, TX. You will work with the Service Manager to complete make-ready tasks, perform repairs, and ensure move-in readiness while supporting the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of Make Ready Technician experience.
• Hands-on skills in plumbing, basic electrical work, carpentry, painting and appliance repair.
• Renovation experience preferred.
• EPA Section 608 (Type II or Universal) preferred or to be obtained within 90 days.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) preferred.
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred.
• Must own personal tools and be able to work after hours for emergencies.
• Must read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apartments for move-in and ensure KV standards before resident occupancy.
• Perform repairs and improvements including blinds, sheetrock, caulking, painting, plumbing touch-ups, lighting and basic appliance work.
• Submit completed make-ready checklists and documentation to the Service Manager.
• Accept service requests from the work-order log and complete tasks promptly.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities; perform cleaning as needed.
• Inspect units and report maintenance concerns to the Service Manager.
• Assist sister properties to maintain consistency in quality and service.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical basics

Carpentry

Painting

Appliance repair

English proficiency

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

• Make Ready, The Lofts at 7th- Fort Worth, TX

Make Ready, The Lofts at 7th- Fort Worth, TX

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Make Ready Technician to help maintain the interior standards of our apartments and prepare welcoming homes for new residents at our Fort Worthproperty. You’ll work closely with the Service Manager to complete make-ready tasks, support the maintenance team, and ensure every apartment is move-in ready. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in hands-on work, enjoys problem-solving, and delivers a high-quality resident experience.
At Knightvest, we believe in Thriving Communities, Dependable Results, Winning Teams. Our culture values integrity, professionalism, and fun—all while providing exceptional service to residents.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare Apartments for Move-In
Complete all make-ready checklists for units, ensuring every apartment meets KV standards before resident move-in
Perform repairs and improvements including window blinds, sheetrock repair, caulking, painting, plumbing touch-ups, lighting, and basic appliance work.
Submit completed make-ready checklists and all required documentation to the Service Manager.

Support Maintenance Operations
Accept service requests from the work-order log and complete tasks promptly and thoroughly.
Assist with preventative maintenance and special projects as assigned.

Maintain Community Standards
Support upkeep of grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash, pressure washing breezeways and pool areas, painting curbs/signs/exteriors, and general cleaning as needed.
Inspect units and report any maintenance concerns to the Service Manager.

Support the Team & Other Properties
Assist sister properties as requested to maintain consistency in quality and service.
Maintain a positive, “can-do” attitude at all times while providing excellent customer service.

Resident Communications
Distribute notices and communications to residents as needed, ensuring information is delivered accurately and promptly.

What We’re Looking For
Minimum 6 months of experience as a Make Ready Technician.
Hands-on skills in plumbing, basic electrical work, carpentry, painting, and appliance repair.
Renovation experience preferred.
EPA Section 608 (Type II or Universal) Certification preferred or must obtain within 90 days.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) preferred.
Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred.
Must own personal tools
Must have the ability to work on-call after hours for emergencies.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Why Join Knightvest?
Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
401(k) with immediate vesting and company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Education reimbursement and professional development
Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
Apartment rental discounts
Referral bonuses and recognition programs
Strong internal promotion opportunities and career growth paths