Porter - Janitorial/Cleaning (Part-Time)

Beacon Communities•Erie, PA

About The Position

The Porter assists with maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property in accordance with company operating and safety standards. This part-time role is scheduled for 20 hours per week, working four hours per day, at Richford Arms in Erie, Pennsylvania. The position reports to the Maintenance Team Supervisor or Property Manager and has no supervisory duties. Duties include general cleaning, apartment turnover cleaning, tracking cleaning supplies, helping with snow and trash removal, and completing special projects as assigned. The Porter is expected to work collaboratively and professionally with residents and staff, follow company policies and regulations, and protect resident and applicant confidentiality.

Requirements

High school diploma, vocational/technical school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Neat and orderly work habits.
Ability to handle emergency situations and pressure due to time sensitivity.
Ability to operate cleaning equipment competently.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders, work with arms raised overhead, stand and walk for long periods, climb stairs, bend at the waist and knees, and shovel snow.
Core 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 and polishing, cleaning upholstery, and disinfecting restrooms and trash rooms.
Assist cleaning 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.