Make Ready Technician-Modera Newton

Mill Creek Residential • Newton, MA

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About The Position

The Make Ready Technician maintains the physical condition and appearance of the community by identifying problems, completing service requests, and making repairs to preserve the community’s material and aesthetic condition. The role follows operating and safety standards and ensures requests and repairs are handled reliably and in a timely manner. The technician anticipates and evaluates potential problems and focuses on the operational needs of the community.

The position includes inspecting vacant apartments, documenting needed renovations, and checking completed units to ensure quality and presentation. The technician also restores apartments to make-ready status, performs general and preventative maintenance, repairs building systems and equipment, inspects grounds and buildings, and responds to resident requests with excellent customer service. The technician promotes safe work practices and complies with applicable laws and Fair Housing regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience performing maintenance duties.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English well enough to understand work instructions, service requests, training, and container labels; communicate with associates, residents, and vendors; and complete paperwork independently.
• Ability to take measurements accurately and perform basic arithmetic.
• General computer skills, including Microsoft Office and property management software.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment, including hand tools, power tools, user-moved aids, snow and ice removal equipment, ladders, landscaping equipment, and safety devices.
• Ability to use chemicals, paint, and general cleaning supplies safely.
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles such as a car, truck, van, or golf cart.

Nice To Haves

• Multifamily maintenance experience.
• HVAC certification.
• CPO certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and performing general duties, preventative maintenance, and repairs in accordance with operating and safety standards.
• Inspect vacated apartments, document necessary renovations, and re-inspect completed units for quality and presentation.
• Restore apartments to make-ready status.
• Repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, emergency systems, flooring, hardware accessories, masonry, painting, drywall, pools, spas and water features, and trash management systems.
• Inspect community grounds and buildings for safety and to identify maintenance projects.
• Respond to resident requests in a timely manner and provide excellent customer service.
• Promote safe work practices among the on-site team.
• Comply with Federal, State, and local laws and Fair Housing regulations.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Embody Mill Creek’s mission, values, and brand promise.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-sponsored short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED