Venterra Realty

Make Ready Technician

Venterra Realty  •  Lakeland, FL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

ROLE:  Make Ready Technician
REPORTS TO:  Maintenance Manager
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 dailyto one of the assigned communities within your region. This will typically not exceeda 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
         
           
         
        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 award-winning company culture at Venterra.com
         
         
        We’re thrilled to be recognized as a leading workplace with numerous prestigious awards year after year! 
         
         
        Explore our communities at VenterraLiving.com, and visit Venterra.com to learn more about how we’re out-caring the competition by staying true to our value proposition: “We care more about renter experiences, which drives superior results.” 
        Venterra Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all stages of the selection process.
        Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment. The company does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
        Venterra Realty

        About Venterra Realty

        Founded in 2001, at Venterra, we develop, own, and manage approximately 90 apartment communities in 21 US cities that provide housing to over 42,000 people and 18,000 pets. We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by delivering an industry-leading customer experience. Learn more at Venterra.com!

        In 2024 alone, Great Place to Work’s annual employee survey led to various workplace recognitions including being named one of the 2024 FORTUNE© Best Medium Workplaces, ranking #1 in our size category on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, and being celebrated as one of People Magazine's 2024 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. Venterra Glassdoor reviews have also resulted in our becoming a five-time Glassdoor Best Places to Work winner.

        If you are motivated to work in a challenging environment, where your results will be recognized and rewarded, you should consider a career with Venterra. We are looking for the best in the industry, those who genuinely wish to excel in their career.

        Come join a team where you have unlimited growth potential and career advancement. We offer great compensation, an excellent benefits package, and training to reach your full potential!

        Industry
        Real Estate & Property
        Company Size
        501-1,000 employees
        Headquarters
        Houston, TX
        Year Founded
        2001
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