Porter, Part-Time

The Scion Group • Chapel Hill, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Scion Group is hiring a part-time Porter/Gatekeeper to provide care and maintenance for a residential property's indoor and outdoor common areas. The role focuses on cleanliness and upkeep and may include general maintenance, cleaning, and moving services. The Porter is expected to be customer-centric, take initiative, pay close attention to detail, and follow through in a collegiate environment.

The position is located at the assigned property and serves in an on-call capacity except during approved PTO periods. The role requires physically demanding work, including standing for eight hours or longer per day and lifting up to 100 pounds as necessary. The Porter must maintain the required property uniform and a professional appearance and attitude. The listed responsibilities may not be all inclusive.

Requirements

• High school/GED or trade school diploma and one year of experience in some aspect of lawn or grounds maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read instructions efficiently and document labor and materials.
• Record of punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and schedule flexibility to accommodate after-hours and weekend emergencies.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to stand for eight hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 pounds as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the property's physical condition in accordance with The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA, and industry standards.
• Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset and other property features and minimize liability concerns.
• Continuously remove trash and debris from common areas.
• Sweep and remove debris from curbs, parking areas, walkways, and stairways as scheduled.
• Maintain and repair loose stairwell treads.
• Maintain and repair exterior lighting by replacing burned-out bulbs and reporting inventory to a supervisor.
• Mow lawn areas, remove clippings as scheduled, trim planting beds, and rake and remove leaves and other debris from landscaped areas.
• Apply weed and feed to lawn areas as scheduled; top-seed and water areas as needed.
• Install seasonal plantings, replacement shrubs and trees, decorative rock, and water features.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs as directed.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair irrigation systems and fountains as needed.
• Clean the pool and spa according to manufacturer specifications and code requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs to pool equipment as directed.
• Know the property's emergency procedures, including the locations and operation of water and gas shutoff valves and access to sewer cleanouts and fuse panels.
• Promote safety awareness to limit property loss, damage, and injury to residents and visitors.
• Keep drainage grilles on the grounds clear of leaves.
• Pressure-wash sidewalks, buildings, pool decks, and other areas.
• Assist with snow removal at the property as required.
• Complete training related to job duties as deemed necessary.
• Maintain the required property uniform and a professional appearance and attitude.

What This Job Offers

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