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Vesta Corporation
Make Ready Technician, Park Yellowstone Townhomes
Houston, BC · On-site
Posted Aug 25, 2026
US$18–US$20 / hour
Job summary
The Make Ready Technician is responsible for the efficient and timely turnaround of vacant apartment units to ensure they meet quality standards for new residents. This includes performing maintenance, cleaning, painting, and minor repairs to maintain the property's physical condition and curb appeal.
Job details
Description Be a part of the best team in Property Management! Vesta Management, TX, is seeking to hire an affordable housing experienced, highly skilled, results driven Make-Ready Technician to support maintenance operations at Park Yellowstone Townhomes in Houston, TX. We're looking for a hands-on team player who takes pride in their work, is motivated to meet deadlines, and genuinely cares about creating a positive experience for our residents. Join our team and be a part of Vesta’s success story! What we Offer: At Vesta, we take pride in hiring the best talent in Property Management. We work hard and we have fun doing so. In addition to our generous benefits package, we offer service awards, performance bonuses, team member appreciation events and opportunities for growth. Our benefits include: Medical, dental & vision insurance Company matched 401(K). Paid time off- Vacation, sick, floating holidays 12 additional paid holidays Tuition Reimbursement PetPlan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance AND MORE The Make Ready Technician is responsible for efficient and fast turnaround of apartment make readies. This includes completing a make ready punch list and ensuring that vacant units are move in ready per expectations. May also be responsible for common area work orders and routine resident service requests. Also assists in maintaining the physical appearance, condition, cleanliness, and curb appeal of the property. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consistently maintain the overall attractiveness of the property, taking initiative as needed to keep the property looking professional and appealing to current and potential residents, owners, investors, and lenders. Ensure that apartments, common areas, and grounds meet Vesta quality standards and expectations. Report any maintenance or physical property needs to the Property Manager and/or lead maintenance personnel. Assists with moving appliances, abandoned furniture and unloading and storing supplies. Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected immediately, and practice “safety first". Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, work orders/service requests (received and completed), apartment make-ready status, and work-in progress. Must be knowledgeable of inventory levels of parts and supplies and inform supervisor of shortages. Prepare apartment for occupancy within three to five days of vacancy, in order to maximize occupancy. Trash out and clean out of food, furniture, appliances, and other debris within assigned vacant unit. Prep assigned unit for painting and flooring. Timely and thorough completion of assigned items on make ready punch list, including, but not limited to; cleaning, painting, flooring, caulking, wall prep, removal and cleaning/replacement of receptacle and switch plate covers and light fixture bulbs, and holes in walls. While completing make ready punch list, inspect, and report any additional maintenance needs including repairs or replacements not initially noted. Complete any additional tasks that are within manageable skill set. After final maintenance, painting, and floor work, the Make Ready Technician is responsible for the last “sparkle”/touch prior to final move in ready inspection. Preserves and respects resident, applicant, employee, and company confidentiality. Other duties as assigned by management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal skills; strong verbal communication skills. Able to work independently; self-motivated, takes initiative. Able to work well under pressure/emergency/time sensitive situations. Able to multitask and prioritize efficiently. Accepts responsibility and accountability. Honest and trustworthy; displays integrity. Professional, in appearance and action Shows adaptability. Able to troubleshoot problems for creative solutions. Organized and detailed Interested? APPLY NOW!!! Requirements Required Education and Experience: 1-2 years of related experience. Apartment community experience required. Knowledge of drywall, lock change, and light electrical, carpentry, flooring, plumbing. HVAC experience a plus. Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Multilingual a plus. Successful completion of a background check and drug screening required. Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required. Vesta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Vesta has an ongoing commitment to a diverse workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Vesta recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to any protected characteristic, including but not limited to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, being a disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran, or any other protected category under any state or Federal laws. At Vesta, we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace.
What you’ll do
The Make Ready Technician is responsible for the efficient and timely turnaround of vacant apartment units to ensure they meet quality standards for new residents. This includes performing maintenance, cleaning, painting, and minor repairs to maintain the property's physical condition and curb appeal.
Requirements
Candidates must have 1-2 years of related experience in an apartment community setting. Proficiency in drywall, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Benefits
• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • Paid time off • Vacation • Sick leave • Floating holidays • Paid holidays • Tuition reimbursement • Pet insurance • Employee assistance program • Long-term disability insurance • Short-term disability insurance • Performance bonuses • Service awards
Listed skills
- Time management · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Drywall repair
- Lock change
- Electrical maintenance
- Carpentry
- Flooring installation
- Plumbing
- HVAC maintenance
- Property maintenance
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Preventative maintenance
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Multitasking
- Punch Work
- Caulking
- Furniture Cleaning
- Good Driving Record
- Accountability
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Time Off Management
- Operation Maintenance
- Valid Driver's License
- Self-Motivation
- Drywall (Installation And Repair)
- Adaptability
- HVAC
- Management
- Cleanliness
- Confidentiality
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Property Management
- Flooring
- Interpersonal Communications
- Painting
- Proactivity
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Loading And Unloading
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Trustworthiness
- Honesty
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Customer Service & Support
- Make Ready Technician
- Building and General Maintenance Technician
- Odd Job Persons
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General