General Handyman

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General Handyman / Make-Ready Technician Job Description The General Handyman / Make-Ready Technician prepares apartment units for new residents by completing unit turns, performing general maintenance and basic repairs, and ensuring each home is clean, safe, and move-in ready. This role suits someone with entry-level to intermediate maintenance or handyman experience who enjoys working independently, using a variety of trade skills, and taking pride in completing projects from start to finish. Responsibilities Complete apartment unit turns after residents move out, ensuring units are fully prepared for new residents. Perform basic plumbing repairs, including fixing leaky faucets, toilets, and garbage disposals. Troubleshoot and repair common household appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, ice makers, and dishwashers. Conduct minor electrical work, including replacing or repairing light fixtures, outlets, and switches. Patch, repair, and prepare walls for painting and finishing to maintain a clean and attractive appearance. Complete basic carpentry tasks, including repairing or adjusting doors, cabinets, and trim. Replace or repair fixtures, hardware, and flooring components as needed to meet property standards. Follow a unit make-ready checklist to ensure all tasks meet established quality and safety standards. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in and around the units being serviced. Communicate clearly with property staff regarding unit status, needed materials, and any issues that may affect completion. Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete daily maintenance and repair tasks. Follow instructions, maintenance checklists, and property procedures to complete work efficiently and accurately. Essential Skills General maintenance knowledge across basic plumbing and basic electrical systems. Basic appliance troubleshooting and repair skills for common household appliances. Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively. Experience with drywall patching, wall repair, and surface preparation. Ability to perform painting and finishing work to a neat and consistent standard. Capability to follow written and verbal instructions, maintenance checklists, and property procedures. Strong general labor skills, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials and equipment. Attention to detail and commitment to meeting quality and safety standards. Reliability and a hands-on approach to completing maintenance and repair tasks. Additional Skills & Qualifications Entry-level to intermediate maintenance or handyman experience in residential or similar settings. Comfort working independently while managing multiple tasks and unit turn timelines. Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving basic maintenance issues. Good communication skills to coordinate with property staff and report unit status. Pride in workmanship and delivering clean, well-presented, move-in ready units. Why Work Here? You will join a property-focused team that values reliability, craftsmanship, and pride in a job well done. The role offers the opportunity to work independently, build and expand practical maintenance skills across multiple trades, and see the direct impact of your work in well-prepared, move-in ready homes. You can expect a stable workload, clear expectations through checklists and standards, and a supportive environment that appreciates hands-on contributors who take ownership of their projects. Work Environment This role is based on-site at an apartment community, working inside and around residential units that are being prepared for new residents. You will use a variety of hand tools and power tools daily while performing plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general repair tasks. The work involves physical activity, including standing, bending, lifting, and moving materials throughout the day. You will typically work during regular daytime hours, with schedules aligned to unit turn timelines and property needs. The environment requires adherence to safety practices and maintaining clean, orderly work areas. Attire should be practical and appropriate for maintenance work, with clothing and footwear suitable for using tools, handling materials, and working in occupied and unoccupied residential spaces. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.