Make Ready Technician - Apartment Maintenance

Make Ready Technician / Apartment Maintenance – Floating Austin Region

Are you a hands-on Maintenance professional who takes pride in quality work? Join AMLI Residential and help prepare apartment homes for move-in readiness, delivering a great experience for new residents.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in apartment maintenance, unit turns, or general handyman skills. The position is based at AMLI Covered Bridge and will also support AMLI Lakeline and other nearby Austin communities.

Key Responsibilities (Make-Ready / Unit Turns)

• Complete make ready / unit turnover tasks for vacant apartments
• Perform apartment maintenance repairs including:
  • Drywall repair and interior painting
  • Basic electrical troubleshooting and fixture replacement
  • Plumbing repairs (faucets, sinks, drains, toilets)
  • Appliance troubleshooting and minor repairs
  • Carpentry and finish work
• Repair or replace doors, windows, blinds, ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, and hardware
• Prepare apartments for new resident move-ins (move-in ready standards)
• Change locks, complete punch lists, and support preventive maintenance
• Assist with groundskeeping, property maintenance, and curb appeal

Qualifications

• Skills in painting, drywall, plumbing, and basic electrical
• HVAC certification (EPA) is a plus
• Ability to complete work orders and unit turns efficiently
• Valid driver’s license/reliable transportation (required for on-call rotation)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical maintenance tasks
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay $22 - $24 / hr
• Apartment rent discounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (20 days) + 9 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement + career growth in property management maintenance
• Life, disability, and parental leave benefits

About AMLI

AMLI is a leader in luxury apartment communities, property management, and sustainable LEED & ENERGY STAR housing. We offer one of the top maintenance training programs in the industry with strong opportunities for advancement into Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Supervisor roles.

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AMLI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Company may utilize artificial intelligence, as permitted by law, in its recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, or other employment-related activities. Any artificial intelligence used will not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of any protected class under federal, state, or local law, nor will the artificial intelligence use zip code data as a proxy for protected class information.