About the role
MoveSmart Rentals is looking for a skilled and reliable Handyworker to attend residential rental properties, complete listing-readiness assessments, perform general repairs, install lockboxes, take photos and videos, and identify additional work that may be required before a property is listed, shown, leased, or ready for move-in.
MoveSmart Rentals is a full-service leasing partner powered by proprietary technology, built to help landlords lease faster, reduce vacancy, and screen every applicant. We syndicate rental units to the MLS and 20+ platforms and handle every step from listing to move-in.
This role is ideal for someone who is experienced, hands-on, professional, and able to work independently in the field. The right person should be comfortable completing repairs, documenting property condition, setting up access, and helping make rental properties ready for listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in.
How to Apply
Apply with your resume If your background aligns, you’ll receive a link to a short pre-recorded video interview shortly after applying
What You’ll Do
Attend residential rental properties for listing-readiness assessments, access checks, approved repair visits, and move-in preparation appointments Inspect the overall condition of the property and note recommended repairs or improvements that may affect listing readiness, showings, or move-in condition Take clear photos and videos of the property, access points, lockboxes, repairs, and any concerns that may affect the leasing process Install lockboxes and confirm access details Complete general repairs and light property-readiness work Create or recommend additional work orders for follow-up repairs or improvements Return to properties to complete approved work orders before listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in where required Provide clear updates, notes, photos, videos, and details of completed work Communicate professionally with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and internal team members Identify when a licensed trade is required and escalate accordingly General Work May Include
Drywall patching and minor wall repairs Caulking and sealing Painting touch-ups Door, lock, hinge, handle, and cabinet repairs Basic plumbing-related repairs Fixture, shelf, mirror, blind, and hardware installation Minor flooring, trim, and baseboard repairs Rental turnover and listing-readiness repairs Lockbox installation and access setup Property condition checks before listing, showings, or move-in
Requirements
Previous experience as a skilled handyworker, maintenance technician, contractor, or similar role Strong knowledge of residential repairs, rental turnover work, and property-readiness standards Reliable transportation Necessary tools available in your truck at all times Ladder available for use on job sites iPhone 13 or equivalent smartphone with a high-quality camera Comfortable taking clear photos and videos of properties, access details, repair concerns, and completed work Able to write clear notes and submit updates after each visit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Professional, reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented Able to communicate respectfully with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and team members Nice-to-Have
Experience completing rental turnover repairs Experience preparing rental properties for photos, showings, inspections, or move-in Experience installing lockboxes and confirming property access details Experience working inside occupied or vacant residential rental properties Experience supporting leasing, property management, maintenance, or residential service operations
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, and comfortable working independently at residential rental properties.
They know how to inspect property condition, complete general repairs, install lockboxes, document concerns, and help make a rental property ready for listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in.
They are professional with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and internal team members, and they understand the importance of clear photos, videos, notes, punctuality, and clean workmanship.
They can identify what they can safely complete themselves and when a licensed trade is required.
Field Requirements
Reliable transportation Required tools available while working Ladder available for job sites Smartphone with a high-quality camera Ability to travel between residential rental properties Ability to submit clear updates, photos, videos, and notes after each visit
Important Note
This role does not require licensed trade work unless the candidate is properly licensed. Any major plumbing, electrical, HVAC, gas, structural, or permit-required work must be escalated to the appropriate licensed trade.
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About the role
MoveSmart Rentals is looking for a skilled and reliable Handyworker to attend residential rental properties, complete listing-readiness assessments, perform general repairs, install lockboxes, take photos and videos, and identify additional work that may be required before a property is listed, shown, leased, or ready for move-in.
MoveSmart Rentals is a full-service leasing partner powered by proprietary technology, built to help landlords lease faster, reduce vacancy, and screen every applicant. We syndicate rental units to the MLS and 20+ platforms and handle every step from listing to move-in.
This role is ideal for someone who is experienced, hands-on, professional, and able to work independently in the field. The right person should be comfortable completing repairs, documenting property condition, setting up access, and helping make rental properties ready for listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in.
How to Apply
Apply with your resume If your background aligns, you’ll receive a link to a short pre-recorded video interview shortly after applying
What You’ll Do
Attend residential rental properties for listing-readiness assessments, access checks, approved repair visits, and move-in preparation appointments Inspect the overall condition of the property and note recommended repairs or improvements that may affect listing readiness, showings, or move-in condition Take clear photos and videos of the property, access points, lockboxes, repairs, and any concerns that may affect the leasing process Install lockboxes and confirm access details Complete general repairs and light property-readiness work Create or recommend additional work orders for follow-up repairs or improvements Return to properties to complete approved work orders before listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in where required Provide clear updates, notes, photos, videos, and details of completed work Communicate professionally with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and internal team members Identify when a licensed trade is required and escalate accordingly General Work May Include
Drywall patching and minor wall repairs Caulking and sealing Painting touch-ups Door, lock, hinge, handle, and cabinet repairs Basic plumbing-related repairs Fixture, shelf, mirror, blind, and hardware installation Minor flooring, trim, and baseboard repairs Rental turnover and listing-readiness repairs Lockbox installation and access setup Property condition checks before listing, showings, or move-in
Requirements
Previous experience as a skilled handyworker, maintenance technician, contractor, or similar role Strong knowledge of residential repairs, rental turnover work, and property-readiness standards Reliable transportation Necessary tools available in your truck at all times Ladder available for use on job sites iPhone 13 or equivalent smartphone with a high-quality camera Comfortable taking clear photos and videos of properties, access details, repair concerns, and completed work Able to write clear notes and submit updates after each visit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Professional, reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented Able to communicate respectfully with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and team members Nice-to-Have
Experience completing rental turnover repairs Experience preparing rental properties for photos, showings, inspections, or move-in Experience installing lockboxes and confirming property access details Experience working inside occupied or vacant residential rental properties Experience supporting leasing, property management, maintenance, or residential service operations
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, and comfortable working independently at residential rental properties.
They know how to inspect property condition, complete general repairs, install lockboxes, document concerns, and help make a rental property ready for listing, showings, lease finalization, or move-in.
They are professional with landlords, applicants, tenants where applicable, and internal team members, and they understand the importance of clear photos, videos, notes, punctuality, and clean workmanship.
They can identify what they can safely complete themselves and when a licensed trade is required.
Field Requirements
Reliable transportation Required tools available while working Ladder available for job sites Smartphone with a high-quality camera Ability to travel between residential rental properties Ability to submit clear updates, photos, videos, and notes after each visit
Important Note
This role does not require licensed trade work unless the candidate is properly licensed. Any major plumbing, electrical, HVAC, gas, structural, or permit-required work must be escalated to the appropriate licensed trade.