Make Ready Technician

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Dial Equities.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Shreveport, Louisiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Make Ready Technician is responsible for preparing vacant apartments for new residents through cleaning, painting, and light maintenance. They also support the general maintenance team with property upkeep, grounds maintenance, and work order completion.

Qualifications

You have the ability to learn and perform all phases of the make-ready process, including plumbing, painting, texture, sheetrock, carpentry, and light electrical work. You possess a valid driver's license, a working vehicle, a smartphone, and your own hand tools. You are able to work efficiently at a fast pace and consistently attend work on time.

Must Have Skills for ATS

plumbing

painting

sheetrock

carpentry

light electrical

trash removal

pet waste removal

pool assistance

power washing

snow removal

lock replacement

appliance replacement

texture

Job Description

At Haley Residential, we believe first impressions matter—and that’s where you come in. We’re looking for a detail-driven Make Ready Technician who’s ready to transform apartments into beautiful, move-in-ready homes. If you take pride in your work, love staying busy, and enjoy creating spaces that feel fresh, clean, and welcoming, this is your moment to shine. Join a team that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and making a difference—one apartment at a time!

At Haley, your career is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful daily impact! We are committed to supporting what matters most to you: your well-being and your future. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, exciting bonus opportunities, 401K with company matching, new tool programs, and more. 

Come grow with us at Haley Residential, where innovation, teamwork, and strategic thinking drive everything we do.


Position Purpose

The Make-Ready Technician ensures that all vacant apartments are efficiently and thoroughly prepared for new residents. This includes cleaning, painting, and completing light maintenance tasks to bring each unit to market-ready condition. This role also supports the Maintenance team with general property upkeep and repair needs.

Essential Responsibilities

    • Performs the provided checklist of duties to restore the apartment to market-ready status. This may include trash removal, painting, cleaning, replacing appliances, performing light maintenance, plumbing, or carpentry, or anything necessary to prepare the unit for resident move-in
    • Assists in maintaining grounds and exterior building issues, including trash removal, pet waste, pool assistance, painting, power washing, snow removal, and other duties as needed.
    • Assists with maintenance as needed.  May assist with work orders and may participate in an on-call schedule.
    • Replace locks for resident move-in.  Makes keys if necessary.
    • Other maintenance duties as assigned.

Critical Key Performance Metrics

  • Work Order per day average
  • Work Order completion average - standard less than three business days.
  • Make-Ready Turnaround Time Average (Within Ten Days)
  • Five-Day Inspection Checklist Average (New Resident – Less than three items) 

Job Specifications

  • Ability to learn or knowledge of all phases of the make-ready process.  Including: plumbing, painting, texture, sheetrock, carpentry and light electrical.
  • Ability and desire to work efficiently at a fast pace.
  • State driver’s license and working vehicle for business use.
  • Smart phone required for use at work.
  • Ability to provide personal hand tools for use at work.
  • Strong communication skills and behaviors that reflect Haley Residential’s core values.  Portrays a “how can I help?” attitude.
  • On-time, consistent attendance is an essential function of the position.

Physical Requirements (% of work time)

  • Constant need to be on feet.  (66-100%)
  • Constant need to perform activities such as: (66-100%)

Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel

Perform routine cleaning.

Climb Stairs

To reach upper-level units.

Push or Pull

Move light furniture, appliances, open and close doors, etc.

Reach Above Shoulder

Perform routine cleaning.

Climb Ladders

Perform routine cleaning.

Grasp/Grip/Turn

Handle tools and equipment.

Finger Dexterity

Handle tools and equipment.

  • Constant need to lift or carry 1-25 lbs. (66-100%) Frequent need to lift or carry 25-50 lbs. (33-66%) Occasional need to lift or carry 50-75 lbs. (1-33%)
  • Constant need to see and observe. (66-100%)

Working Conditions

  • Working both indoors and outdoors in any weather condition.  

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified.

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Dial Equities.

DEI Communities, a multifamily property management company based in Omaha Nebraska, manages apartment communities throughout the central United States.
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