Make Ready/Porter

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Ensures that vacant units meet the established quality standards for pre-leasing by performing technical and mechanical work that ensures the timely turn of all vacant apartment homes to market ready condition that meet the Company’s
standards for occupancy.

Qualifications

Knowledgeable of basic electric, plumbing, drywall/paint, carpentry, ceramic/tile, and appliance installation/removal and repairs

Ability to multitask, stay organized and meet deadlines

Able to work on-call and for extended hours, including after-hours and weekends, if necessary

Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat, kneel for extended periods of time and lift over 50 pounds

Responsibilities

The Make-Ready Technician will assist the Maintenance Director in preparing and turning over units for residents

This involves performing general maintenance and repairs to ensure apartment units and other property facilities are in good working order

Responsible for assisting with operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on the apartment property

Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests as assigned

Monitor and ensure apartment units are turned in a timely and efficient manner

Able to work and follow make ready and punch checklist

Identify and service any problems and/or repairs for basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, replace and/or fix toilets, light switches and fixtures, garbage disposals, ceiling fans, trash out vacant units, caulk/grout, check appliances and smoke detectors, clean air conditioning vents, replace filter, etc

Install and remove appliances, ceiling fans, light fixtures, and blinds

Perform touch-up paint exterior and interior duties as needed, etc

Respond to tenant requests in a timely manner, delivering excellent customer service

Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws

Consistently abide by Fair Housing regulations

Performs all other duties as required and assigned

Exposure to weather conditions when walking and working on the property

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Completes all needed repairs and improvements to apartment homes prior to resident move-in by following the community’s make-ready checklist.
• Ensures apartment homes have been properly caulked and sealed as needed around windows, sink areas, toilets, bathtubs, and showers.
• Inspects all sheetrock for damage, and repairs and/or replaces as needed.
• Performs touch-up paints for vacant and occupied units as directed by Service Supervisor or Community Manager.
• Assists in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
• Supports cost-cutting and expense control programs by fixing rather than replacing parts when possible, not being wasteful with materials and supplies, and practicing the correct use for tools and equipment.
• Completes make-ready checklist and all other required maintenance documentation in a timely manner as required by the Supervisor or Manager.
• Complies with the Companies safety and risk-management policies by attending and participating in the community’s routine safety meetings, completing required training on OSHA and other safety related laws and requirements, and by reporting accidents and incidents promptly and accurately.
• Demonstrates customer services skills by treating residents and others with respect, answering resident questions, responding sensitively to complaints about maintenance services, and completing assigned work orders with efficiency and urgency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Nacogdoches, TX 75965 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Nacogdoches, TX 75965: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18