Make Ready Technician

Job Brief:

Michelson Realty Company is looking for an experienced Make Ready Technician to work at one of its premiere apartment communities in San Antonio, TX . Candidate must have a good work ethic, positive attitude, and be fluent in English. Candidate without apartment maintenance experience or equivalent trade experience will not be considered. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package, including a 401(k).

The Make Ready Technician’s primary responsibility is to ensure that all vacated apartments are thoroughly restored to "market ready" status in a timely manner. Work must be completed according to the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor’s timetable and specifications. Make Ready Technician may also assist in other maintenance departments at the community.

Job Responsibilities:

· Conducts all business and work in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

· Inspects vacated apartments and completes checklists in regard to getting the apartment “market ready.”

· Informs Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager of needed services and repairs.

· Routinely performs the following duties in order to restore apartment to "market ready" status:

o Conducts any demolition required in an apartment and assists with the removal of heavy/bulk items to the dumpster.

o Checks all lights/electrical and replaces as necessary

o Replaces or repairs windows, latches, screens, hinges, sliding glass doors, shelves, baseboards, mirrors, and closets.

o Repair or replace appliances if needed.

o Checks faucets, sink plugs, and repairs/replaces as necessary.

o Performs exterior repairs to sinks, bathtubs, etc., when warranted

o Assists with painting duties when requested. Transfers paint from storage areas to apartment units when painting is scheduled.

o Repairs or replaces curtains, mini-blinds, ceiling fans, etc.

o Repairs plaster holes in walls, paints as necessary

o Inspects bathroom tiles, performs minor repairs/replacements

o Changes A/C filters

o Operates carpet cleaning equipment to clean carpets

o Change out locks and create new keys for apartments and mailboxes.

· Assists in keeping grounds clean at all times.

· Assists maintenance when requested.

· Delivers notices to all apartment

· Reports supply needs to manager and/or senior maintenance technician.

· Performs other tasks as assigned by manager or maintenance supervisor.

Job Qualifications:

·        Must have at least 1-2 years of apartment maintenance experience or equivalent trade experience.

·        Must have adequate electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc. experience.

·        Frequently lifts and carries up to 45 pounds (i.e. 5 gallon paint can).

·        Occasionally lifts and carries up to 80 pounds (i.e. bag of concrete).

·        Pushes and/or pulls (appliances) using appliance dolly up to 200 pounds.

·        Move objects from one floor to another.

·        Frequently bends/stoops, climbs stairs, kneels, balances, reaches above shoulder height, walks and twists.

·        Successfully pass a drug test and a background screening.

·        Ability to work evening, weekends, and holidays if needed

Equipment and Materials Commonly Used:

·        General hand tools

·        Electric power tools

·        Appliance dolly

·        Ladders including extension ladder

·        A/C cleaning chemicals

·        Paint Sprayer

·        Shampoo Machine