Porter - Janitorial/Cleaning

Beacon Communities • Erie, PA

20d

About The Position

Porter - Janitorial/Cleaning, Highpoint Towers & Richford Arms - Erie, PA
General Statement of Duties: Assists with maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property according to company operating and safety standards. This position is evenly split between Highpoint Towers and Richford Arms.
Supervision Received: Reports to Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager
Supervision Exercised: No supervisory duties required.
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Essential Functions of the Position: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties that may be found in positions of this class).
Responsible for general cleaning duties including but not limited to: vacuuming, sweeping and mopping; waxing floors; shampooing carpets; washing walls, windows and sills; dusting and polishing; cleaning upholstery; cleans and disinfects restrooms and trash rooms.
Assists cleaning staff and maintenance staff as required.
Performs apartment turnover cleaning as defined by Property Manager which may include cleaning appliances, fixtures, ceramic tile, carpets, etc.
Monitors and takes inventory of cleaning supplies.
Assists with snow removal.
Assists with trash removal and maintaining property’s appearance including picking up litter on property and grounds.
Special projects as assigned by Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager.
Fosters a positive, active and collaborative relationship with residents, communities and associated agencies.
Works patiently, professionally and cooperatively with residents and staff.
Enforces and adheres to company policies, rules and regulations.
Preserves and respects resident and applicant confidentiality.
Founded in 2004, Beacon Communities LLC is a privately-owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing. Beacon currently owns and manages approximately 150 properties including affordable housing, market rate housing, and mixed income-housing. Its developments range from new construction, to historic adaptive reuse, to the renovation of existing housing.
At Beacon, we strive to make a difference in our residents’ lives. We build outstanding communities that make enduring contributions to the vitality of our cities and towns. We create communities that serve a diverse cross section of our society. Our communities are healthy and vibrant. Why? Because they are planned with care, consideration, and compassion.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma, Vocational/Technical School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Six months to one year cleaning/maintenance work experience preferred.
• Qualifications and Skills: Must possess neat and orderly work habits.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and pressure due to time sensitivity.
• Physical Capabilities: Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders, work with arms raised over head, stand/walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend at waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, furniture, shovel snow, etc.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment competently.
• Beacon Core Competencies required for all positions: Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, Adaptability/Flexibility.
• Cleaner/Maintenance Technician Competencies required: Job Knowledge, Problem Solving/Analysis, Work Environment Safety, Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Communication.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general cleaning duties including but not limited to: vacuuming, sweeping and mopping; waxing floors; shampooing carpets; washing walls, windows and sills; dusting and polishing; cleaning upholstery; cleans and disinfects restrooms and trash rooms.
• Assists cleaning staff and maintenance staff as required.
• Performs apartment turnover cleaning as defined by Property Manager which may include cleaning appliances, fixtures, ceramic tile, carpets, etc.
• Monitors and takes inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Assists with snow removal.
• Assists with trash removal and maintaining property’s appearance including picking up litter on property and grounds.
• Special projects as assigned by Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Fosters a positive, active and collaborative relationship with residents, communities and associated agencies.
• Works patiently, professionally and cooperatively with residents and staff.
• Enforces and adheres to company policies, rules and regulations.
• Preserves and respects resident and applicant confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Benefits. We offer plans for quality medical, dental, and vision coverage to all employees regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours or more per week. HSA/FSA options are also available.
• Work-Life Balance. On top of offering 13 paid holidays per year, we have an attractive paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, wellness days, summer flex time, volunteer days and early close Fridays.
• Retirement planning. We offer a 401k program with a company match.
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance. With affordable options to elect voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care or accidental injury coverage.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP),Childcare & Eldercare Support, Career Development and Advancement Opportunities… and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED