Porter​/Groundskeeper

Multi-Site Floating Porter / Groundskeeper

The Multi-Site Floating Porter / Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness, curb appeal, and rent-ready presentation of multiple assigned apartment communities. This role supports property operations by ensuring common areas, grounds, amenities, vacant units, and exterior spaces are clean, orderly, and well-presented at all times.

This position requires a dependable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual who can work independently across multiple properties, manage priorities efficiently, meet deadlines, and communicate property concerns promptly to management.

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all assigned property grounds.
• Pick up trash, debris, cigarette butts, pet waste, and other litter throughout the property.
• Clean and maintain common areas including leasing offices, clubhouses, laundry rooms, hallways, stairwells, elevators, trash areas, mailrooms, amenities, and exterior walkways.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, wipe down surfaces, clean windows, and perform other routine cleaning duties as needed.
• Ensure trash enclosures, dumpsters, and surrounding areas remain clean and free of overflow or debris.
• Monitor curb appeal and assist with keeping entrances, signage areas, parking lots, sidewalks, breezeways, and landscaping areas neat and presentable.

• Prepare vacant units for leasing tours by completing light "spiffing" and presentation tasks.
• Ensure vacant units are fresh, clean, odor-free, and visually rent-ready prior to prospect or applicant tours.
• Wipe down surfaces, sweep or vacuum floors, remove dust, check for trash or leftover items, and ensure the unit presents well.
• Report any maintenance, cleanliness, odor, pest, damage, or presentation issues immediately to the appropriate manager.
• Partner with leasing and maintenance teams to help ensure vacant homes meet company presentation standards.

• Walk assigned properties regularly to identify cleanliness, safety, maintenance, or curb appeal concerns.
• Report any observed issues to upper management in a timely and professional manner.
• Identify and communicate concerns such as vandalism, lighting outages, leaks, trip hazards, unauthorized dumping, pest activity, damaged property, overflowing trash, or resident-related concerns.
• Document work performed and property observations as required.

• Use company property management software to document tasks, updates, work orders, inspections, or property-related notes as assigned.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, property teams, vendors, and residents when needed.
• Follow assigned schedules, routes, checklists, and timelines.
• Maintain accurate communication regarding completed work, pending issues, and supply needs.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cleaning, portering, groundskeeping, janitorial work, or related property maintenance support.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Reliable vehicle required.
• Valid automobile insurance required.
• Ability to travel between multiple assigned properties during the workday.
• Ability to use property management software, mobile apps, email, and basic technology.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, punctual, diligent, and efficient work style.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify property issues and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to walk large apartment communities, stairs, hallways, parking lots, and exterior grounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely use basic cleaning supplies, tools, carts, and equipment.

• Dependability and punctuality
• Strong work ethic
• Detail orientation
• Independent…