Job Description
Job Description
Porter & Make Ready – Villas at Belle Meadow
ONYX Multifamily Group | Belton, TX
Full-Time | On-Site
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ONYX Multifamily Group is looking for a dependable, hands-on Porter / Make Ready Technician to help maintain the cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall upkeep at Villas at Belle Meadow our multifamily community in the Belton, Texas.
We are looking for someone who understands multifamily apartment maintenance—the pace of the community, resident needs, service requests, apartment turns, and the pride that comes with keeping a property clean, safe, and operating at its best.
If you have hands-on experience in apartment maintenance, make-ready work, groundskeeping, or porter services and are ready for your next opportunity, we want to talk to you.
What You'll Own
As the Porter / Make Ready Technician, you will help maintain the day-to-day appearance, cleanliness, and readiness of the apartment community. You'll work closely with the maintenance team to keep common areas clean, prepare vacant apartments for new residents, respond to maintenance needs, and help ensure the property remains safe, welcoming, and well-maintained.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintain clean, orderly common areas, hallways, breezeways, stairways, amenities, entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, and other assigned spaces.
- Pick up litter and debris; assist with trash removal and keep dumpster areas clean and orderly.
- Help maintain the grounds through basic landscaping and general outdoor upkeep.
- Sweep, mop, dust, wipe down, and clean assigned areas; clean and sanitize vacant apartments as needed.
- Inspect vacant apartments to identify cleaning, repair, and maintenance needs before move-in.
- Complete make-ready tasks, including minor repairs, painting and touch-ups, wall patching, basic plumbing and electrical repairs, and fixture replacement, as appropriate to skill level and authorization.
- Check appliances and HVAC systems for proper operation and report issues that require additional maintenance.
- Complete final checks to help confirm apartments are clean, safe, functional, and move-in ready.
- Support the maintenance team with basic property upkeep and non-technical maintenance tasks.
- Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, property damage, and other concerns promptly to the Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Keep tools, cleaning supplies, repair materials, and equipment organized; monitor supplies and communicate when additional materials are needed.
- Maintain accurate make-ready records, work orders, inventory, and progress updates as assigned.
- Assist with moving or transporting supplies, equipment, furniture, or other items as needed.
- Help prepare the property for inspections, resident events, move-ins, and other community activities.
- Follow company safety policies, applicable requirements, and established cleaning and property maintenance procedures.
- Respond to assigned tasks in a timely, professional manner and treat residents, guests, vendors, and coworkers with courtesy and respect.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
What We're Looking For
Multifamily experience matters for this role. We're looking for someone who understands the day-to-day needs of an apartment community, from keeping common areas clean and well-maintained to preparing vacant units for new residents.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position and follow instructions and safety procedures.
- Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, attention to detail, and pride in maintaining a clean, attractive property.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage time effectively, and complete tasks efficiently.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning, groundskeeping, and general property upkeep.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, wall patching, or fixture repairs.
- Ability to recognize and report maintenance, safety, or property concerns.
- Ability to safely use basic cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment.
- Professional communication skills when interacting with residents, guests, vendors, and team members.
- Ability to perform physical tasks that may include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in varying weather conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Porter, Groundskeeper, Janitorial Worker, Maintenance Worker, Make Ready Technician, or in a related role.
- Experience working in a multifamily, apartment, residential maintenance, or property management environment.
- Experience with apartment turns, vacant-unit inspections, and preparing homes for move-in.
- Experience with painting, drywall or wall patching, basic plumbing or electrical work, fixture repairs, grounds upkeep, or cleaning equipment.
What Sets You Apart
We would especially like to meet candidates who:
- Have previous experience working in multifamily housing, apartment maintenance, or property upkeep.
- Have experience preparing vacant apartments for move-in, including cleaning, painting, and completing minor repairs.
- Take initiative, notice the details, and take pride in keeping the community clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Are resourceful problem-solvers who can identify maintenance needs and know when to seek additional support.
- Are flexible and willing to assist with a variety of maintenance and porter duties as community needs change.
- Understand the importance of responsive service, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for residents.
Why ONYX?
At ONYX Multifamily Group, we believe strong communities are built by strong teams.
Our approach is grounded in:
Grace in leadership.
Grit in execution.
Growth for those we serve.
We value people who take ownership, solve problems, support their teams, and care about the communities they serve.
This is an opportunity to join a growing multifamily organization where strong performance is recognized and where experienced team members can make an impact.
Your Next Step Could Be ONYX
If you've built a foundation in multifamily and are ready for an opportunity where you can contribute, lead and continue growing, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today to join ONYX Multifamily Group at Villas at Belle Meadow in Belton, Texas.
ONYX Multifamily Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.