Make Ready Technician

Birchstone • Mesquite, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Make Ready Technician is responsible for preparing apartment homes for new residents according to company standards at their assigned Birchstone community. This role is responsible for the execution of basic maintenance and repair work, timely completion of service requests, and assistance with special projects including capital improvements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
• Six (6) months of work experience or training in maintenance required.
• Working knowledge of and experience in drywall, electrical, carpentry, flooring, plumbing, painting, appliances, HVAC, and lock change required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in multi-family property maintenance preferred.
• Experience in capital improvement projects and remodeling preferred.
• HVAC type 1 and type 2 certifications preferred
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) certification is preferred.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with the Service Manager daily to review make readies, service requests, required repairs, special projects, etc.
• Receive and complete make ready service requests; complete all required repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, ensuring code compliance.
• Execute make-ready checklists in adherence to apartment turns within budget and 5 business day make ready time frame, completing all required repairs and improvements to apartments are made prior to resident move-in.
• Repairs include window blinds, sheetrock repair, caulk and seal (windows, sinks, toilets, bath, shower, etc.), paint touch ups, lighting, and fixtures, etc. as outlined in Birchstone’s make ready checklist.
• Support cost-cutting and expense control initiatives through repairs (rather than replacements) when possible.
• Walk and inspect the community daily; ensure physical aspects and appearance of the community meet or exceed Birchstone standards.
• Ensure unsafe conditions are reported and corrected immediately.
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities.
• Change locks as needed and ensure gates are in proper working order.
• Assist in maintaining grounds and trash pick-up; pressure wash breezeways and pool areas; paint curbs/signs/exteriors as needed.
• Ensure apartments are prepared for inspections.
• Complete and submit appropriate paperwork and reports timely and accurately.
• Manage inventory of tools, equipment, supplies, and spare parts needed to complete work orders.
• Assist with the implementation of corporate and area/region-specific maintenance initiatives.
• Provide support and assistance in the execution of special projects and assignments including capital improvement projects.
• Attend regular meetings with Service Manager and act as a resource to community team members for maintenance related matters.
• Work on-call shifts/schedules to assist with both resident and community emergencies.
• General cleaning as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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