Apartment Make Ready

Company: Adara Communities
Location: Garland
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Apartment Make Ready Technician Location: 901 W. Brand Road, Garland, TX 75040 Property Size: 194 Units Learn more about our community HERE Why Join Adara Communities? At Adara Communities, we blend 40 years of industry experience with a forward-thinking approach to technology, customer service, and community living. Our success is driven by people - our residents, our investors, and especially our team members. When passionate individuals work together with shared commitment, anything is possible. Join us and be part of a company where your impact truly matters. What You'll Do as an Apartment Make Ready: We're looking for a skilled and reliable Make Ready Technician who ensures all vacant units are restored quickly and thoroughly to "market-ready" condition. In this role, you will: Prepare and restore vacant apartments for new resident move-ins Perform minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repairs Repair or service items such as sinks, showers, appliances, cabinets, doors, and fixtures Change bulbs; replace light fixtures, switches, outlets, and damaged hardware Inspect locks, keys, and weather stripping; re-key or repair as needed Complete interior and exterior painting and caulking Perform light drywall repairs including patching, texturing, sanding and finishing Assist with grounds upkeep including trash pickup, blowing breezeways, pressure washing, and maintaining clean common areas Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure timely unit turn completion Uphold safety, quality, and cleanliness standards throughout the community What We're Looking For: To be successful in this role, you MUST have: Prior apartment make ready experience REQUIRED Basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and construction repair abilities Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work Valid driver's license and reliable transportation A personal set of basic hand tools The ability to lift 40-50 lbs Dependability, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude Important: Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius of the property or be willing to relocate. Working Environment: This role requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and carrying items as part of daily porter responsibilities. Team members must be able to lift up to 50 lbs individually and up to 100 lbs with assistance. Work is performed both indoors and within community common areas. All employees must comply with the company's uniform policy, provided on the first day of employment. What Adara Offers You Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance Generous PTO Rental housing discounts A supportive, people-first culture Salary Range: $17.00/hr - $20.00/hr If you're a skilled make ready professional looking for a community and company that values your experience, we'd love to hear from you. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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