Make Ready Technician, Park Yellowstone Townhomes

Vesta-Corporation-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Company matched 401(K)

Paid time off - Vacation, sick, hols

12 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

PetPlan Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Vesta Management in Houston, TX is seeking an affordable housing experienced Make-Ready Technician to support maintenance at Park Yellowstone Townhomes. Responsibilities include preparing vacant units, completing punch lists, and maintaining property appearance to meet quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience in apartment communities, basic drywall and carpentry skills, and a strong safety mindset. Company offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience.
• Apartment community experience required.
• Knowledge of drywall, lock change, and light electrical, carpentry, flooring, plumbing.
• HVAC experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Make ready vacant apartments quickly and to clean, market-ready standards.
• Complete make ready punch list items: cleaning, painting, flooring, caulking, wall prep, fixtures.
• Move appliances, remove abandoned furniture, unload and store supplies.
• Inspect for safety, correct hazards, and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain records for preventative maintenance, work orders, and status updates.
• Prepare unit for occupancy within 3–5 days of vacancy and ensure curb appeal.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Under pressure

Multitasking

Accountability

Integrity

Professional appearance

Adaptability

Troubleshooting

Organized

Job description

Description

Be a part of the best team in Property Management!

Vesta Management, TX, is seeking to hire an affordable housing experienced, highly skilled, results driven Make-Ready Technician to support maintenance operations at Park Yellowstone Townhomes in Houston, TX. We're looking for a hands-on team player who takes pride in their work, is motivated to meet deadlines, and genuinely cares about creating a positive experience for our residents. Join our team and be a part of Vesta’s success story!

What we Offer:

At Vesta, we take pride in hiring the best talent in Property Management. We work hard and we have fun doing so. In addition to our generous benefits package, we offer service awards, performance bonuses, team member appreciation events and opportunities for growth. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Company matched 401(K).
• Paid time off- Vacation, sick, floating holidays
• 12 additional paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PetPlan Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• AND MORE

The Make Ready Technician is responsible for efficient and fast turnaround of apartment make readies. This includes completing a make ready punch list and ensuring that vacant units are move in ready per expectations. May also be responsible for common area work orders and routine resident service requests. Also assists in maintaining the physical appearance, condition, cleanliness, and curb appeal of the property.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Consistently maintain the overall attractiveness of the property, taking initiative as needed to keep the property looking professional and appealing to current and potential residents, owners, investors, and lenders.
• Ensure that apartments, common areas, and grounds meet Vesta quality standards and expectations. Report any maintenance or physical property needs to the Property Manager and/or lead maintenance personnel.
• Assists with moving appliances, abandoned furniture and unloading and storing supplies.
• Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected immediately, and practice “safety first”.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, work orders/service requests (received and completed), apartment make-ready status, and work-in progress.
• Must be knowledgeable of inventory levels of parts and supplies and inform supervisor of shortages.
• Prepare apartment for occupancy within three to five days of vacancy, in order to maximize occupancy.
• Trash out and clean out of food, furniture, appliances, and other debris within assigned vacant unit.
• Prep assigned unit for painting and flooring.
• Timely and thorough completion of assigned items on make ready punch list, including, but not limited to; cleaning, painting, flooring, caulking, wall prep, removal and cleaning/replacement of receptacle and switch plate covers and light fixture bulbs, and holes in walls.
• While completing make ready punch list, inspect, and report any additional maintenance needs including repairs or replacements not initially noted. Complete any additional tasks that are within manageable skill set.
• After final maintenance, painting, and floor work, the Make Ready Technician is responsible for the last “sparkle”/touch prior to final move in ready inspection.
• Preserves and respects resident, applicant, employee, and company confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently; self-motivated, takes initiative.
• Able to work well under pressure/emergency/time sensitive situations.
• Able to multitask and prioritize efficiently.
• Accepts responsibility and accountability.
• Honest and trustworthy; displays integrity.
• Professional, in appearance and action
• Shows adaptability.
• Able to troubleshoot problems for creative solutions.
• Organized and detailed

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• 1-2 years of related experience.
• Apartment community experience required.
• Knowledge of drywall, lock change, and light electrical, carpentry, flooring, plumbing.
• HVAC experience a plus.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Multilingual a plus.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screening required.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required.

Vesta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Vesta has an ongoing commitment to a diverse workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Vesta recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to any protected characteristic, including but not limited to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, being a disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran, or any other protected category under any state or Federal laws. At Vesta, we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace.