Community Porter - Phoenix, AZ

Zekelman Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus & profit-sharing

401(k) with match

Health, dental & vision

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation & holidays

Loyalty awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries, through its Z-Modular division in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Community Porter to keep the apartment community clean, safe, and welcoming for residents.

The role emphasizes independent outdoor work, basic landscaping, and collaboration with the maintenance team to ensure high standards of curb appeal and safety across common spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous groundskeeping, janitorial, or maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic cleaning techniques and landscaping knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas including leasing office, clubhouse, fitness center, laundry room, mail areas, and pool areas.
• Conduct regular trash pickup on property grounds and around dumpsters to uphold a clean environment.
• Sweep, pressure wash, and blow breezeways, sidewalks, stairwells, and parking lots to ensure safety and appearance.
• Assist with basic landscaping tasks such as weeding, raking, and watering to enhance curb appeal.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in by removing trash and debris and cleaning patios.
• Support the maintenance team with minor tasks, including changing bulbs, unclogging drains, and assisting with event setups.
• Report safety hazards, maintenance issues, or suspicious activity to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Maintain and properly store tools and supplies to ensure readiness and safety.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices in accordance with regulatory and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support community operations.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Janitorial services

Maintenance

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About The Role

As a Community Porter at Z-Modular, a division of Zekelman Industries, in Pheonix, AZ FLATZ 602 site, you will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness, curb appeal, and overall appearance of the apartment community. This role supports resident satisfaction by ensuring common areas, amenities, and outdoor spaces remain clean, safe, and welcoming. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in creating a well-maintained environment, enjoys working independently, and thrives in an outdoor, hands-on role.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas including the leasing office, clubhouse, fitness center, laundry room, mail areas, and pool areas.
• Conduct regular trash pickup on property grounds and around dumpsters to uphold a clean environment.
• Sweep, pressure wash, and blow breezeways, sidewalks, stairwells, and parking lots to ensure safety and appearance.
• Assist with basic landscaping tasks such as weeding, raking, and watering to enhance curb appeal.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in by removing trash and debris and cleaning patios.
• Support the maintenance team with minor tasks, including changing bulbs, unclogging drains, and assisting with event setups.
• Report safety hazards, maintenance issues, or suspicious activity to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Maintain and properly store tools and supplies to ensure readiness and safety.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices in accordance with regulatory and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support community operations.

Who You Are

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in groundskeeping, janitorial services, or general maintenance preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques and landscaping practices.
• General handyman or maintenance abilities with tools and minor repairs.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail with pride in maintaining a clean environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for professional interaction with residents and team members.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety conscious.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements (All Maintenance Positions)

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, including completing maintenance tasks, inspections, and general property upkeep. This work requires regularly moving throughout the property, including accessing stairs, ladders, and confined spaces, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.
• Role involves frequent physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and performing repetitive tasks. May include operating hand tools, power tools, and maintenance or cleaning equipment as part of daily responsibilities.
• Position may require moving, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials and equipment, typically up to 50 pounds.
• Requires the ability to visually assess equipment, units, and property conditions, read manuals or work orders, and identify maintenance or safety issues, as well as the ability to hear and respond to equipment sounds and team communication.
• All responsibilities are performed in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You’ll Get

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.