Make Ready Technician

ZRS Management • Irving, TX

38d

About The Position

The Make Ready Technician prepares vacant homes for move-in by completing repairs, inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance within established timeframes. The role includes plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, and flooring repairs; checking appliances; changing locks and installing lockboxes and alarms; and completing work orders and punch lists. The technician coordinates with maintenance staff and property management, tracks work and supplies, and ensures homes meet ZRS standards before move-in. The position also requires providing excellent customer service and complying with Fair Housing requirements and laws.

Requirements

• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to change in a composed manner.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks and cope with stress in a composed manner.
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to tolerate dust, chemicals, and other substances and environmental conditions associated with maintenance work.
• Ability to stand for several hours at a time, lift 45 to 50 pounds, climb stairs, walk, push and pull with both arms, reach, squat, bend and twist repeatedly, and use tools with both hands.
• Ability to work weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in property management or maintenance roles.

Responsibilities

• Complete make-ready tasks within established timeframes to minimize vacancy loss.
• Perform necessary plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, and flooring repairs.
• Ensure appliances are operational and in good condition.
• Change locks and install lockboxes and alarms in newly vacant homes.
• Monitor supply needs and coordinate orders with the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspect each unit thoroughly to identify additional repairs or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with other maintenance staff to support an efficient workflow.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks and supplies used.
• Notify management of supplies or equipment needed for make-ready tasks.
• Follow safety regulations and company policies during repairs and cleaning.
• Use tools and equipment safely and keep them in good working condition.
• Clean and sanitize vacant units, including kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas, when required.
• Communicate the status of make-ready units to the property management team.
• Ensure vacant homes meet ZRS standards before move-in.
• Walk vacant homes before move-in and write and complete punch lists.
• Complete and track preventive maintenance during the turnover process.
• Complete work orders assigned by the Supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and potential tenants.
• Comply with Fair Housing requirements and laws.

What This Job Offers

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