Porter

Ad-West Realty Services • Everett, WA

6d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Property Porter maintains the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of an apartment community’s common areas, building exteriors, grounds, and vacant units. The role supports resident satisfaction and property presentation by keeping shared spaces and turned units clean, sanitary, and welcoming. The Porter works under the direction of the Property Manager and in partnership with the maintenance team to support unit turnover and day-to-day property upkeep in accordance with company policies and procedures.

The position includes cleaning and sanitizing common areas and vacant units; maintaining trash, recycling, laundry, and outdoor areas; monitoring sidewalks and other spaces for cleanliness and safety; and reporting maintenance issues, hazards, or supply shortages. The Porter may also perform light seasonal duties, maintain records of completed tasks, communicate unit-turn status, and unlock and lock designated common areas according to posted hours or the property schedule. Light travel may be required depending on the property assignment. Offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Employees may be subject to random drug testing during employment, but testing is not required for initial employment. The employer welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and will consider accommodations for essential job functions.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of cleaning products and equipment, including safe chemical handling.
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records, as needed.
• Strong verbal and professional communication skills for coordinating with tenants and the property management team.
• Dependability and adaptability to handle a variety of tasks and emergency situations.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move around the property for extended periods, including climbing stairs and navigating varied terrain.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry cleaning equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, dust, noise, and inclement weather.
• Ability to use cleaning tools and equipment safely, including mops, vacuums, and cleaning chemicals.
• Capability to respond to emergency situations that may require immediate physical intervention.
• Attention to detail to perform work accurately and consistently.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and complete cleaning schedules.
• Effective, professional, and empathetic communication with tenants, property management, and team members.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in cleaning, janitorial, or housekeeping roles.
• Prior experience in property maintenance or facilities management.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance, if required for the property.
• Reliable mode of transportation, if required for the property.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize common areas, including hallways, breezeways, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, and community or leisure spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and spot-clean floors and entryways throughout the property.
• Empty trash receptacles and maintain trash rooms, chutes, and dumpster enclosures.
• Clean and prepare vacant units for move-in, including floors, bathrooms, kitchens, windows, and fixtures.
• Wipe down and disinfect high-touch surfaces such as door handles, railings, mailboxes, and elevator buttons where applicable.
• Remove cobwebs, debris, and litter from walkways, parking areas, and building exteriors.
• Pick up litter, debris, and pet waste from grounds, walkways, and common outdoor areas.
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, and supply shortages to the Property Manager.
• Restock supplies or notify management when supplies are low.
• Assist with light seasonal duties, such as sweeping leaves or applying ice melt to walkways.
• Maintain accurate records of completed cleaning tasks as required.
• Communicate with the property management team about unit-turn status and cleaning completion.
• Perform tasks professionally to maintain positive public relations with the community.
• Unlock and lock common areas according to posted hours or the property schedule.
• Monitor and maintain common-area cleanliness and appearance, trash and recycling areas, laundry facilities, vacant-unit readiness, and the safety and cleanliness of sidewalks, parking areas, and common spaces.
• Monitor snow and ice conditions during winter months and help maintain safe access throughout the property.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards or property concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance options for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, and EAP options.
• Accrued two weeks of vacation and one week of sick time.
• 13 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed