Make Ready

Sync Residential - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

About the position

The Make Ready/Painter position at Make Ready Sync Residential involves ensuring that all rental apartment units are in excellent physical condition and ready for occupancy. This role is crucial in maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of the apartment complex community. The individual will be responsible for painting both the interiors and exteriors of the apartments, as well as performing various maintenance tasks to prepare units for new residents. The job requires a hands-on approach to repairs and maintenance, ensuring that all aspects of the apartments meet the company's standards before new tenants move in. In this role, the Make Ready/Painter will perform a variety of tasks including patching and repairing interior walls and doors, painting common areas, checking and repairing locks and weather stripping, and ensuring that doors and windows operate securely. The position also involves checking the condition of carpets and floor tiles, as well as performing necessary repairs or replacements. The individual will be responsible for maintaining the functionality of electrical fixtures and plumbing, testing smoke alarms, and ensuring appliances are in working order. Additionally, the Make Ready/Painter will be expected to maintain a written status board and utilize a make ready checklist to track progress and tasks. This position reports directly to the Property Manager and requires a proactive approach to ensure that all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. The ideal candidate will have experience with paint sprayers and general maintenance, as well as a commitment to providing excellent service to residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform all repairs related to interior walls and doors, including patching sheet rock, taping and floating, applying texture, and sanding and re-varnishing doors.
• Paint and touch up common areas as needed or as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Check locks and keys, re-key if necessary.
• Inspect and replace/repair weather stripping as needed.
• Test and ensure the secure operation of doors and windows, making repairs as necessary.
• Check the condition of carpets and floor tiles, repairing or replacing as necessary.
• Patch and repair walls as needed.
• Inspect and replace faulty electrical fixtures, including lights, plugs, and switches.
• Check plumbing systems, including hot water heaters and drain lines, and perform repairs as necessary.
• Test smoke alarms and replace if defective.
• Check the operation of appliances and report any defective appliances to the Service Manager-Supervisor.
• Change A/C filters and clean coils as necessary.
• Inspect wallpaper and perform repairs or replacements as needed.
• Caulk countertops, sinks, bathtubs, etc. as needed.
• Maintain a written status board and utilize a make ready checklist.
• Complete written resident work orders as assigned by the supervisor.
• Paint all previously painted surfaces in rental units as scheduled during the make ready procedure.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with paint sprayers and general maintenance is required.
• Apartment Make Ready experience is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Monthly resident renewal bonus
• Employee rent discount eligibility