What are the responsibilities and job description for the Make Ready Technician position at Venterra Realty?
Job Title: Make Ready Technician
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Location: The Harrison
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Technician – Level 1 prepares vacant apartment homes for new residents by completing repairs, installations, and inspections. This role ensures all units meet company standards by addressing maintenance needs and supporting the maintenance team as needed. Their work directly impacts resident satisfaction and property appeal.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing repairs, cleaning, and ensuring all features are in working order per our Total Quality Make Ready (TQMR) program.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks, including light fixture replacements, minor plumbing repairs, appliance checks, and drywall patching.
- Assist with painting, carpet cleaning, and exterior touch-ups to meet market-ready standards. Maintain inventory, report supply needs, and support the maintenance team with work orders and groundskeeping as needed.
- Maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of the property, including grounds, parking lots, breezeways, amenities, and common areas.
- Work independently while following company standards, demonstrating attention to detail, and maintaining a commitment to resident satisfaction.
- Provide emergency and on-call maintenance support as needed.
- Support the team with other duties as needed to maintain resident satisfaction and property standards.
- In this role, you will travel daily to one of the assigned communities within your region. This will typically not exceed a 25-mile radius of the designated primary location.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Prior experience in make-ready, maintenance, or related field.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and appliance repairs.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple unit turns efficiently.
- Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to maintaining company standards.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including participation in an on-call rotation.
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record required.
- Lifting/carrying (supplies, equipment, etc.):
- Over 75 lbs. Rare need
- 25 – 75 lbs. Occasional need
- 1 – 25 lbs. Constant need
BENEFITS
- Competitive Base Salary and performance bonus.
- A robust package of Health (Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision), 401k matching, paid vacation suite benefits and employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, among other things.
- Educational Assistance / Reimbursement to support your drive to learn.
- 8 paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off to serve the organization(s) of your choice.
- Access to thousands of employee discounts with BenefitHub.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Venterra Realty is a growing developer, owner, and operator of multifamily apartments with 90 mixed-use and multifamily communities across 22 major US cities. Over 50,000 people and more than 10,000 pets call Venterra "home"! The Venterra Team is focused on achieving excellence in serving its three major stakeholders: residents, employees, and investors. Venterra has enjoyed tremendous growth and financial success over its 24-year history. This success has been achieved through the exceptional commitment and dedication of Venterra's approximately 950 team members. Find out more about Venterra Realty and its