Turnkey Apartment Make-Ready Technician

Venterra Realty; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health (Medical PPO)

Dental & Vision

401k matching

Paid vacation

Short & Long-Term Disability

Educational assistance

Volunteer Time Off

Discount programs

Job summary

Venterra Realty is seeking a Make Ready Technician (Level 1) to prepare vacant apartments for new residents by performing repairs, installations, and inspections to ensure units meet company standards. You will join the maintenance team, assist with various tasks, and travel daily within a 25‑mile radius to assigned communities.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and resident satisfaction, with opportunities for professional growth and participation in the on-site team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in make-ready, maintenance, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and appliance repairs.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple unit turns efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to maintaining company standards.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing repairs, cleaning, and ensuring all features are in working order per our Total Quality Make Ready (TQMR) program.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, including light fixture replacements, minor plumbing repairs, appliance checks, and drywall patching.
• Assist with painting, carpet cleaning, and exterior touch-ups to meet market-ready standards. Maintain inventory, report supply needs, and support the maintenance team with work orders and groundskeeping as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of the property, including grounds, parking lots, breezeways, amenities, and common areas.
• Work independently while following company standards, demonstrating attention to detail, and maintaining a commitment to resident satisfaction.
• Provide emergency and on-call maintenance support as needed.
• Support the team with other duties as needed to maintain resident satisfaction and property standards.
• In this role, you will travel daily to one of the assigned communities within your region. This will typically not exceed a 25-mile radius of the designated primary location.

Skills

Make-ready experience

Maintenance

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Attention to detail

On-call readiness

Job description

Venterra Realty is seeking a Make Ready Technician (Level 1) to prepare vacant apartments for new residents by performing repairs, installations, and inspections to ensure units meet company standards. You will join the maintenance team, assist with various tasks, and travel daily within a 25‑mile radius to assigned communities.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and resident satisfaction, with opportunities for professional growth and participation in the on-site team.