Porter

Essex Property Trust • San Diego, CA

11d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties in to assist preserving the asset and to provide a quality living environment for the residents. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Maintain the cleanliness of the property’s exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping. Including but not limited to sweeping, blowing, picking up trash, pet waste and remove debris from all common areas, ensuring a tidy and well-kept appearance. Clean and maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, fitness centers, and restrooms. Ensure that common areas are stocked with necessary supplies, such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels. Clean windows, doors, and other glass surfaces to maintain a polished appearance. Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards observed during duties to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager. Ensure that all trash receptacles on the property are emptied regularly and that the surrounding areas are clean. Assist with the removal of bulk trash items from common areas or around dumpsters and ensure that recycling procedures are followed. Interact with residents and visitors in a friendly and professional manner, addressing any concerns or directing them to the appropriate staff member. Provide assistance to residents when needed, such as helping with carrying items or providing directions around the property. Perform seasonal tasks, such as snow and ice removal, leaf blowing, or pressure washing exterior surfaces. Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while performing duties, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Report any safety hazards or potential risks to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager immediately. Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some custodial or general maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication.
• Comfortable with basic computer tasks, including using Microsoft Office programs like Outlook emails.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Operates in a fast-paced work setting both indoor and outdoor.
• Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations.
• This role requires a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage.
• Requires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds).
• Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities.
• May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly.
• Occasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the property’s exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping.
• Sweep, blow, pick up trash, pet waste and remove debris from all common areas, ensuring a tidy and well-kept appearance.
• Clean and maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, fitness centers, and restrooms.
• Ensure that common areas are stocked with necessary supplies, such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels.
• Clean windows, doors, and other glass surfaces to maintain a polished appearance.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards observed during duties to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Ensure that all trash receptacles on the property are emptied regularly and that the surrounding areas are clean.
• Assist with the removal of bulk trash items from common areas or around dumpsters and ensure that recycling procedures are followed.
• Interact with residents and visitors in a friendly and professional manner, addressing any concerns or directing them to the appropriate staff member.
• Provide assistance to residents when needed, such as helping with carrying items or providing directions around the property.
• Perform seasonal tasks, such as snow and ice removal, leaf blowing, or pressure washing exterior surfaces.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while performing duties, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report any safety hazards or potential risks to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager immediately.
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above.

Benefits

• All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.
• With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority!
• Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

What This Job Offers

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