Porter

Essex Property Trust•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Porter maintains the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties to help preserve the asset and provide residents with a quality living environment. The role works in a fast-paced indoor and outdoor setting and requires adapting to changing priorities. It is a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage, with occasional travel to various locations. The position involves continuous physical effort, including lifting more than 50 pounds, and frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities. It may also require regularly operating heavy machinery or performing other physically demanding tasks. The role has no formal supervisory responsibilities and generally involves routine tasks performed by following clear directions and established procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to use a personal smart device for property-operations and communication apps.
Comfort with basic computer tasks, including Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to work a five-day onsite schedule that likely includes weekend coverage.
Ability to perform continuous physical effort, including lifting more than 50 pounds and frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities.

Nice To Haves

Some custodial or general maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain exterior areas—including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping—by sweeping, blowing, picking up trash and pet waste, and removing debris.
Clean and maintain common areas such as lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, fitness centers, and restrooms; stock supplies and clean glass surfaces.
Report maintenance issues and safety hazards to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, or General Operations Manager.
Empty trash receptacles, clean surrounding areas, assist with bulk trash removal, and follow recycling procedures.
Interact professionally with residents and visitors, address concerns or refer them to appropriate staff, and provide assistance such as carrying items or giving directions.
Perform seasonal tasks such as snow and ice removal, leaf blowing, and pressure washing exterior surfaces.
Follow safety procedures, use personal protective equipment properly, and immediately report hazards or potential risks.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.