Porter, Maintenance​/Cleaning

The Gardens Columbus - 3701 Governors Club Blvd Business We believe home is more than a place to live. It’s where life happens; connections are made, and communities grow. That’s why we’re committed to creating welcoming places where our residents feel at home, and our people have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The Porter maintains the cleanliness, safety, and curb appeal of a community across its grounds, breezeways, amenity spaces, and common areas. Working throughout multiple buildings and outdoor areas, the Porter keeps the property clean, orderly, and welcoming for residents, prospects, and guests, and supports the maintenance team with trash-outs, make-ready turns, and light repairs.

• Conduct daily property walks to police litter and debris from grounds, lakes, parking lots, sidewalks, breezeways, stairwells, and entrances
• Maintain trash and recycling areas, including dumpster and compactor enclosures; break down boxes, keep enclosures clean, and ensure gates and doors are secured
• Service the valet trash program where applicable, and keep breezeway landings free of trash and personal items per community policy
• Maintain pet waste stations, dog parks, and playground areas; restock bags and remove waste
• Remove cobwebs, dirt, and debris from breezeways, railings, light fixtures, signage, and entry doors
• Pressure wash breezeways, sidewalks, stairwells, pool decks, and building exteriors as scheduled
• Remove gum, graffiti, and stains from common surfaces
• Perform seasonal grounds work such as leaf and snow removal, salting/de-icing walkways, and basic landscaping support (weeding, edging touch-ups, mulch spreading) as directed
• Clean entry and directional signs

• Clean and maintain the leasing office, clubhouse, fitness center, business center, mail center, laundry rooms, and model/vacant units
• Clean and restock common-area and amenity restrooms
• Skim debris from the pool, straighten and clean pool furniture, and keep the pool deck, lakes, and gates clean and safe
• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish common-area floors; clean carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, and window glass
• Dust and wipe down furniture, fixtures, and equipment in common areas
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, and furnishings for resident events or community meetings

• Wet- or dry-mop floors, shampoo carpets and rugs, wash walls and glass, and remove rubbish
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors, lighting fixtures, and trim
• Empty and sanitize trash receptacles throughout common areas

• Replace common-area and exterior light bulbs and report burned-out fixtures or lighting outages
• Assist the maintenance team with make-ready/unit turns, including trash-outs of vacant units and hauling debris and old appliances
• Transport tools, equipment, appliances, and supplies between buildings and units

• Distribute community notices, flyers, and door hangers as directed
• Provide courteous, professional service to residents, prospects, and vendors
• Support a clean, safe, and positive community environment that reflects well on the property

• Inspects grounds and common areas for hazards, reports unsafe conditions, needed repairs, and policy violations to the supervisor, and follows all safety procedures and proper equipment and chemical handling.

• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, for all work-related responsibilities.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

• High school diploma/GED required

• Work Experience