Make Ready Technician

Description

• Make Ready Technician
• Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate + commission

• Turn Units. Take Pride. Build a Career.
• At CAF Management, Make Ready Technicians play a key role in preparing apartments for new residents. You’ll ensure each unit meets our quality standards by completing repairs, cleaning touch-ups, and detailed inspections—helping create a strong first impression that reflects the care we put into our communities.

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s handy, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in the property management industry. Many of our maintenance leaders started in this role.

What You’ll Do

• •Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing basic repairs, painting, and cleaning tasks
• •Inspect units for quality and ensure all systems and appliances are working properly
• •Replace light fixtures, hardware, screens, locks, blinds, and other standard items
• •Report major repair needs to the Lead Maintenance Technician or Property Manager
• •Support the maintenance team with curb appeal projects and minor work orders
• •Ensure make-ready timelines are met to support leasing goals
• •Maintain a clean and organized make-ready area and supply inventory

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Required:

• •Experience with basic apartment or home repairs (painting, drywall, hardware, etc.)
• •Ability to manage time and complete tasks independently
• •Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• •Availability to work Saturdays (closed Sundays) and maintain a flexible weekday schedule
• •Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred:

• •Experience in apartment maintenance, turns, or construction
• •Bilingual abilities
• •Willingness to grow into a full maintenance technician role

• What You’ll Get
• CAF offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry—because we believe when we take care of you, you can take care of everything else.

• •Commission opportunities based on performance
• •15 Paid Holidays (including CAF Impact Day)
• •PTO based on tenure:
• •0–4 years: 15 days
• •5–9 years: 20 days
• •10–14 years: 25 days
• •15+ years: 30 days
• •3 Flex Days per year
• •Medical, Dental & Vision (employee medical starts at $65/month)
• •401(k) + Roth IRA with company contributions (after 6 months)
• •Paid Parental Leave (10 days)
• •30–50% Employee Housing Discount (after 30 days, if applicable)
• •Recognition programs and a people-first culture

• Grow With a Company That Invests in You
• We believe in growing our people from within. Whether you’re just getting started in maintenance or looking for your next opportunity, CAF provides the tools, support, and opportunities to succeed.

• Ready to take the next step with CAF? Apply now.
• We’re excited to meet motivated individuals who want to grow their career with CAF.

• Physical Requirements
• This role requires frequent physical labor and mobility throughout the apartment community. Team members must be able to safely perform the following tasks:

• •On your feet: 75% to 100% of the time
• •Physical activities (75% to 100%):
• •Bend/stoop/squat/kneel (e.g., painting, flooring, repairs)
• •Climb stairs and ladders (e.g., accessing units, ceilings, attics)
• •Push/pull, stand, and walk (e.g., transporting materials, tools, and appliances)
• •Reach above shoulders (e.g., installing fixtures, accessing cabinets)
• •Grasp/grip/turn and use finger dexterity (e.g., hand tools, hardware, locks)
• •Lifting/Carrying:
• •Over 50 lbs: Occasional need (10% to 25%)
• •10–25 lbs: Frequent need (25% to 75%)
• •Under 10 lbs: Frequent need (75% to 100%)