Porter

REDWOOD HOUSING • Tacoma, WA

29d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appeal of the property’s grounds and common areas. This role supports the maintenance team by performing routine landscaping, janitorial, and minor repair tasks to ensure the property remains welcoming and well-maintained for residents and visitors.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive, organized, and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in groundskeeping or general maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and techniques.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in various weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs is a plus.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English in a manner sufficient to carry out duties.
• Successful completion of background check.
• Must be legally qualified to work in the U.S. meeting I-9 guidelines
• Flexibility to travel to different locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Ability to work inside and outside in various weather conditions.
• Position requires on-call status and flexibility to work any hours necessary to complete the job. Work schedules and location assignments are subject to change.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs is a plus.
• Previous experience in groundskeeping or general maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance: Perform regular tasks such as mowing, trimming, watering lawns and plants, and maintaining flower beds to ensure attractive and healthy grounds.
• Property Upkeep: Keep walkways, driveways, parking lots, and other exterior areas free of debris. Assist with snow removal during winter months, if applicable.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper care and upkeep of all landscaping tools and equipment.
• Reporting & Repairs: Report any maintenance concerns or repair needs to the Property Manager. Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Janitorial Duties: Sweep and clean common areas including entrances, hallways, and recreational spaces. Empty trash receptacles and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Team Support: Assist maintenance staff with various duties as needed to ensure efficient and effective property operations.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical benefits: We cover more than 90% of medical premiums, and employees have the option of a 100% employer-paid HSA medical plan.
• 100% company paid dental and vision benefits for employee coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D
• Best-in-class voluntary insurance benefits.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) programs with a company match equal to 100% of the first 6% contributed by the employee.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) with 24/7 counseling services.
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year.
• 12 paid holidays each year & 1 floating holiday.

What This Job Offers

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