Make Ready Technician I

Job Details Residences at Arlington Heights - ARLIGNTON HEIGHTS, IL Full Time High School $ $27.00 Hourly Negligible Day Facilities Description

MAKE-READY TECHNICIAN – TURN HOMES INTO MOVE-IN MAGIC

Do you take pride in the details, love working with your hands, and enjoy making things look brand new? As a Make-Ready Technician, you'll be the key player who transforms recently vacated apartments into move-in ready homes. Your work ensures every new resident's first impression is a great one.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Apartment Refresh – Repair surfaces, replace fixtures, test appliances, change HVAC filters, touch up flooring and carpet, and apply fresh paint to get apartments sparkling clean and move-in ready.
• Safety First – Keep a safe work environment for both residents and your team while following all company and industry safety standards.
• Pitch In – Support the maintenance team with ongoing repairs and property upkeep whenever needed.
• Resident-Friendly – Interact with residents in a friendly, professional way when you're working on-site.

What We Offer:

• Full-Time Stability – Work Monday through Friday, with occasional on-call hours for emergencies.
• Benefits That Matter – Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with auto-enrollment after 60 days.
• Time to Recharge – Earn 40 vacation hours in your first year, plus sick leave per state/local requirements.
• Holiday Perks – Enjoy paid holidays or extra pay if you're scheduled to work.*
• The Right Tools – We'll provide supplies and equipment—you just bring your own tool kit to get the job done.

What We're Looking For:

• Hands-On Experience – At least 1 year of general maintenance, handyman, or make-ready experience.
• Detail-Oriented – You notice the little things that make an apartment shine for its next resident.
• Reliable & Responsible – You show up on time, follow through on tasks, and own your work.
• Team Player – You're willing to jump in and help wherever needed.
• Valid Driver's License – For using company vehicles or picking up supplies off-site.

This is a full-time role for someone who takes pride in making apartments look and feel like home. If you're handy, reliable, and ready to help residents start fresh in a beautifully prepared space—apply today and join a team that values your skills.

*The Company provides at least 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year in states with no state mandate.

To be eligible for holiday pay, employees must have completed 90 days of employment and worked the last scheduled day before and the first day after the holiday.

Two Coast Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Qualifications Required Skills and Abilities

• Treats all current and future residents with the highest level of concern and care; demonstrates a natural disposition towards personal and public safety; operates from a place of integrity, honesty, and ethics
• Able and willing to maintain regular attendance and punctuality to ensure all essential duties are fulfilled
• Demonstrated attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked
• Familiarity with a variety of tools and materials needed to maintain residential buildings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write and speak clearly
• Treats everyone with respect and dignity, accepts responsibility and takes ownership of tasks, follows through on commitments, takes initiative and maintains confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED is required, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience, preferably in property management or hospitality
• Prior experience in general building maintenance or painting in a commercial, residential environment preferred, including general handyman work, light carpentry, electrical, or plumbing
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license to operate company-owned vehicles or to utilize own vehicle for work

Physical Requirements

• Expected work hours: 7:30 to 5:00, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends
• Travel: Occasionally, may need to drive a company-owned or personal vehicle for business
• Work environment and physical demands:
  • Able to frequently lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds; occasionally needs to lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Able to use hands to use and manipulate tools and objects or control equipment; adequate vision to do the same safely; stamina and dexterity
  • Able to move about the property to perform assigned tasks and responsibilities, including standing for extended periods, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling to perform functions in various weather conditions and variable climates
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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