Maintenance Make Ready/Porter

Lynd Management Group, LLC • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Lynd Management Group is seeking a dependable Maintenance Make-Ready Technician/Porter to prepare vacant apartments for new residents and help maintain the overall appearance of the property. The role involves inspecting and preparing apartments, performing basic repairs and cleaning, and keeping property grounds and common areas clean and welcoming. The ideal candidate is a hands-on team player who takes pride in quality work, notices details, and supports a positive environment for residents.

The complete job description, including all duties, responsibilities, schedule expectations, essential functions, and physical requirements, is attached to the posting. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screening, as permitted by applicable law.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of painting, plumbing, electrical repairs, carpentry, cleaning, and landscaping.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions, organize assignments, and complete work on time.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify repair or replacement needs.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of general workplace safety procedures.
• Certified Pool Operator certification is required when assigned responsibility for maintaining pool chemical levels.
• Ability to provide commonly used industry-specific hand tools when required.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one year of make-ready, porter, groundskeeping, maintenance, painting, or similar experience preferred.
• Previous experience preparing apartments or residential properties for move-in is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for leasing and new resident move-in.
• Remove trash and abandoned items after receiving appropriate authorization.
• Inspect apartments and identify needed repairs, replacements, or cleaning.
• Paint apartment interiors and complete minor exterior painting when needed.
• Repair walls, trim, baseboards, cabinets, doors, windows, and locks.
• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, caulking, and appliance repairs.
• Clean or shampoo carpet and vinyl flooring and report replacement needs.
• Inspect HVAC systems, water heaters, appliances, and other apartment features.
• Pick up trash and maintain clean grounds, parking areas, breezeways, halls, dumpsters, and pool areas.
• Assist with landscaping, watering, pressure washing, and other property appearance needs.
• Clean and maintain the pool and monitor chemical levels when properly certified.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain clean and organized work areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and a birthday paid day off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Apartment discount
• Employee referral bonus program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Training and career-development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed