Porter - Maintenance

Beacon Communities • Erie, PA

13d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Porter - Maintenance assists with maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property in accordance with company operating and safety standards. This role reports to the Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager and has no supervisory duties.

Duties include cleaning common areas and facilities; helping cleaning and maintenance staff; performing apartment turnover cleaning as directed; monitoring cleaning-supply inventory; assisting with snow and trash removal; and completing special projects. The Porter also helps maintain the appearance of the property and grounds, builds positive and professional relationships with residents and community partners, follows company policies and regulations, and protects resident and applicant confidentiality.

This position requires the ability to respond to emergencies and work under time-sensitive pressure, along with the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, use ladders, work with arms raised, stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs, bend, and shovel snow. The employee must be able to operate cleaning equipment competently.

Requirements

• High school diploma, vocational/technical school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Neat and orderly work habits.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and time-sensitive pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders and stairs, work with arms raised overhead, stand and walk for long periods, bend at the waist and knees, and shovel snow.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment competently.
• Required competencies: Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, and Adaptability/Flexibility.
• Cleaner/Maintenance Technician competencies: Job Knowledge, Problem Solving/Analysis, Work Environment Safety, Planning, Interpersonal Skills, and Communication.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of cleaning or maintenance work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, waxing floors, shampooing carpets, washing walls, windows and sills, dusting, polishing, cleaning upholstery, and disinfecting restrooms and trash rooms.
• Assist cleaning staff and maintenance staff as required.
• Perform apartment turnover cleaning as defined by the Property Manager, which may include cleaning appliances, fixtures, ceramic tile, and carpets.
• Monitor and take inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Assist with trash removal and maintain the appearance of the property and grounds, including picking up litter.
• Complete special projects assigned by the Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Foster positive, active, and collaborative relationships with residents, communities, and associated agencies; work patiently, professionally, and cooperatively with residents and staff.
• Enforce and adhere to company policies, rules, and regulations.
• Preserve and respect resident and applicant confidentiality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees regularly scheduled to work at least 24 hours per week.
• HSA/FSA options.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Paid time off including vacation days, personal days, sick time, wellness days, summer flex time, volunteer days, and early-close Fridays.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• 100% company-paid life insurance, with voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care, and accidental injury coverage options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare and eldercare support.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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