Utility Laborer/Make-Ready Technician
- Waco, TX, United States
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🔧 NOW HIRING: Maintenance Laborer / Make-Ready Technician
Location: Waco, TXSchedule: Monday–Friday | Full-TimePay: DOE & Client –$15.00 - $18.00)Type: Temp-to-Hire
A local housing/property organization is seeking a hardworking and skilled Maintenance Laborer / Make-Ready Technician to assist with preparing vacant units, performing light maintenance, and supporting the maintenance department with daily operational needs. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on mechanical skills, janitorial experience, and a strong work ethic.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
• Assist maintenance mechanics and maintenance aides in preparing vacant dwelling units
• Clean appliances, restrooms, floors, and overall unit interiors
• Perform minor plumbing fixes, patch holes in walls, prep interiors for painting, and paint as needed
• Remove trash and debris from yards, dumpsters, and property grounds
• Wax floors and complete deep cleaning tasks for turnover units
• Clean housing management offices and assist with moving/arranging furniture
• Set up rooms for special meetings, events, or community functions
• Make light repairs in vacant units, including changing light fixtures
• Transport household appliances for repair and conduct inventory on maintenance equipment
• Assist with disposal of trash, discarded items, and bulk materials
• Periodically check smoke alarms in dwelling units and office buildings
• Help unload trash trailers, shipments of appliances, and other supplies
• Assist with basic carpentry tasks and perform oil changes on maintenance equipment
✔️ Requirements
• Previous experience in general labor, janitorial, or maintenance support roles
• Ability to use basic hand tools and perform minor repairs
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various environments
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding work
• Dependable and able to follow detailed instructions
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Must pass background check and drug screen (client specific)
🌟 Ideal Candidate
• Has apartment/housing maintenance or make-ready experience
• Enjoys hands-on work and helping prepare units for new residents
• Can work independently or as part of a maintenance team
• Is safety-conscious with a positive attitude
💵 Why Work With Us?
• Weekly pay through Express Employment Professionals
• Full-time, long-term career opportunity
• Growth potential within the maintenance department
• Supportive management and consistent work environment
📲 How to Apply
Call or Text: 254-776-3300Apply Online: www.expresspros.com/wacotxWalk-In Interviews Welcome:6321 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710
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Skills
- Cleaning
- Plumbing
- Painting
- Smoke sensors
- Carpentry
- Attention to detail
- Work independently