Porter, Full-Time

The Scion Group•Syracuse, NY
•Onsite

About The Position

The Scion Group is hiring a full-time Porter/Gatekeeper to care for and maintain the common areas of a residential property, both indoors and outdoors. The role may also assist with 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 based at the assigned property and serves in an on-call capacity, except during approved PTO periods. The Porter must maintain the property's physical condition in accordance with company procedures, OSHA requirements, and industry standards, and promote safety to help limit property loss, damage, or injury. The role involves physically demanding work, including standing for at least eight hours per day and lifting up to 100 pounds as necessary. The base salary range for this full-time position is base salary plus bonus and benefits. The New York pay range is $20 per hour. Pay may vary by work location and job-related skills, experience, education, or training.

Requirements

  • High school diploma/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 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 according to The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA requirements, and industry standards.
  • Perform physically demanding work to maintain the property and its 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 property emergency procedures, including the location and operation of water and gas shutoff valves and access to sewer cleanouts and fuse panels.
  • Promote safety awareness to limit property loss, damage, or 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.
  • Assist with general maintenance, cleaning, and moving services as needed.

Benefits

  • Benefits are mentioned as part of the total compensation package, but specific benefits are not listed.
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