Porter

Kensington Senior Living • Redondo Beach, CA

5d

About The Position

The Porter supports the environmental services department through trash removal, supply distribution, heavy cleaning, and upkeep of the property, resident suites, common areas, equipment, and work areas. The role includes routine property walkthroughs and cleaning assignments, seasonal tasks, special projects, and responding to work requests for repairs in resident suites and common areas. The Porter also participates in bi-annual deep cleaning of resident suites and may assist with resident evacuation during emergencies. The position requires clear communication, a positive and energetic attitude, teamwork, organization, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Work areas may involve noise, distractions, and interruptions. Schedule: full-time or part-time. Salary: $19–$22 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal skills and communication abilities; able to communicate clearly and proficiently with people of all ages.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Must demonstrate freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis through a physician-performed health screening before employment.
• Must receive criminal clearance from DOJ and FBI through the Live-Scan process before employment.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms above, below, and at shoulder height.
• Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Able to push at least 200 pounds for a minimum distance of 200 feet.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• May need to assist with resident evacuation during an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Remove trash and distribute supplies in support of the environmental services department.
• Perform special project cleaning, including carpet shampooing, floor scrubbing, wall washing, furniture and upholstery cleaning, and power washing sidewalks and parking areas.
• Complete daily assignments such as exterior property walkthroughs, pulling diapers, checking maintenance and housekeeping tickets, watering plants, removing or trimming dead flowers and plants, blowing leaves, and wiping down front entrances.
• Perform seasonal tasks, including event setup and breakdown, snow removal and treatment, and exterior holiday decoration setup.
• Complete additional tasks such as removing shredded paper, power washing buildings and sidewalks, painting curbs, cleaning wheelchairs and gutters, responding to floods, handling minor maintenance items, and assisting with internal transfers.
• Participate in bi-annual deep cleaning of resident suites, including cleaning under and behind furniture, blinds, carpets, walls, and closet areas.
• Complete work requests for items requiring repair in resident suites and common areas.
• Clean assigned common areas, including corridors, restrooms, offices, break rooms, lounges, and storage areas.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in an organized, clean, and like-new condition.
• Attend required training courses and participate in other professional development activities.
• Maintain a calm and positive demeanor in stressful situations and assist with resident evacuation during an emergency if necessary.

What This Job Offers

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