PORTER/Groundskeeper - Journet Place/Magnolia Place

Royal American Companies•Port Richey, FL
•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Porter maintains the assigned community’s grounds in an attractive condition and follows OSHA standards and company safety policies. The role requires reliable attendance, effective communication, professionalism, and the ability to build lasting business relationships. The position is full-time, with 30 or more hours per week, and is based at Journet Place in New Port Richey, Florida. Local travel may be required as needed for business. The shift is days. The salary is $16.00 per hour, with quarterly bonus potential. The Porter maintains landscaping and common areas, performs routine cleaning and equipment maintenance, and may assist with property maintenance and emergency situations. The role includes evening, weekend, and holiday coverage through a standby emergency schedule. A valid driver’s license is required.

Requirements

  • Clearly communicate verbally and in writing, and read in English.
  • Read, understand, and follow handwritten or printed work orders; provide written or typed responses and complete reports according to company procedures.
  • Read and understand manuals, instructions, warning labels, and directional labels relevant to the work.
  • Work within time constraints and complete tasks in a reasonable timeframe.
  • Be willing to accept tasks and responsibilities beyond repair and maintenance work.
  • Have limited computer literacy.
  • Have a government-issued state ID, or a valid driver’s license if required by management based on location, property, or business needs; the job details also state that a valid driver’s license is required.
  • Safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  • Safely move large appliances using a hand truck.
  • Safely use hand tools and power tools, including handheld drills and circular saws.
  • Safely climb and descend various types of ladders without assistance.
  • Tolerate normal exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.
  • Safely access all areas of the property grounds in varying ground and weather conditions, including multilevel structures, with or without an elevator.
  • Be able to walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl frequently and potentially for long periods.
  • Have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Follow OSHA standards, company safety policies, and work-safety requirements; complete required safety training.
  • Complete a hazard assessment form before beginning each task.
  • Water potted plants in common areas daily and water newly planted foliage as directed by the community manager.
  • As needed, water lawns and landscaping; mow, trim, fertilize, and rake lawns; tend flowers; pull weeds; spray insecticides; maintain watering and drainage systems; turn soil; and reseed lawns.
  • As needed, paint building exteriors; pick up litter and trash daily; clean and maintain exterior light fixtures and replace bulbs; install and maintain fences and gates; care for pools; and assist with inventory and upkeep of grounds equipment and supplies.
  • Assist with emergency maintenance and after-hours situations, including fire watch.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and operating manuals.
  • Maintain lawn and cleaning equipment according to manufacturer and company procedures.
  • Pressure-wash or blow walks and breezeways routinely; help keep the pool area clean, chairs straight, and trash receptacles empty.
  • Participate in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
  • Communicate verbally and in writing with the supervisor at least once daily.
  • Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances concerning the property, co-workers, or residents.
  • Wear the required property uniform and maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
  • Keep storage areas and entrances locked and ensure adequate lighting is maintained.
  • Assist with custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash and pet stations, and cleaning windows.
  • Assist other team members when necessary.

Benefits

  • Quarterly bonus potential
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