Make Ready

RPM Living•McKinney, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The Make Ready is responsible for efficiently and promptly preparing vacant apartment units for re-leasing by completing unit turns that meet established quality standards. The role follows a make-ready checklist to complete repairs and improvements before residents move in, maintains supplies and equipment, and helps preserve the property’s curb appeal. The position also requires compliance with safety policies and a strong focus on respectful, efficient customer service.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • General knowledge of skilled trades, including construction and installation, repair and maintenance, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready work.
  • Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
  • Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, accessing various property areas, pushing or pulling items, reaching overhead, bending, stooping or kneeling, using hand and finger dexterity to grasp tools, seeing to perform inspections and read computer screens, hearing and understanding communications, occasionally lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, and operating a computer and office equipment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.

Nice To Haves

  • At least 1 year of experience in maintenance or a related field.
  • HVAC experience.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Follow the make-ready checklist to complete necessary repairs and improvements to apartment homes before resident move-in, as directed by a supervisor or manager.
  • Inspect and repair sheetrock; caulk and seal windows, sink areas, toilets, bathtubs, and showers; and perform paint touch-ups.
  • Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment needed for make-ready tasks.
  • Control expenses by repairing rather than replacing parts and avoiding waste of supplies.
  • Assist with property curb appeal by picking up trash, pressure-washing, performing general cleaning, and painting as needed.
  • Comply with safety and risk-management policies by participating in safety meetings and OSHA training, following applicable safety requirements, and promptly and accurately reporting accidents and incidents.
  • Provide a high level of customer service by treating residents and others respectfully and completing assigned work efficiently and urgently.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Weekly pay for associates working onsite at an apartment community.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
  • Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
  • Ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives and Employee Resource Groups.
  • Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
  • Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.
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