Facilities Technician & Groundskeeper — Build Welcoming Spaces

Rippling; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Beacon is seeking a Facilities Technician/Porter-Groundskeeper to maintain cleanliness, safety, and overall appeal of our properties. This role combines housekeeping and porter duties to ensure move-ins are clean and ready, common areas remain pristine, and minor maintenance tasks are performed efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have prior housekeeping or janitorial experience, a high school diploma, and strong customer service skills to interact with residents and management teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housekeeping or janitorial services preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment, and proper use and storage of chemicals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and maintenance.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with residents and property management team.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning of common areas, including hallways, breezeways, lobbies, elevators, and community spaces.
• Assist with new move-ins, ensuring units are clean and well-prepared for new tenants.
• Maintain cleanliness of amenity areas, addressing dusting, mopping, and vacuuming needs.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, kitchens, and laundry facilities to uphold high hygiene standards.
• Dispose of trash and recycling materials promptly and in an organized manner.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fixing minor plumbing issues, and ensuring all equipment is in good working order.
• Keep grounds, landscaping, and parking areas in good condition.
• Respond promptly and courteously to resident requests and complaints, entering service requests through company systems.
• Monitor the property for safety hazards or security concerns and report them to the property management team.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies, notifying management when restocking is required.
• Keep storerooms organized and up to safety standards.
• Learn and maintain pool systems according to company standards.
• Report any maintenance issues or repairs needed to the appropriate personnel.
• Uphold high standards of cleanliness and maintenance, ensuring all areas meet or exceed established guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Janitorial services

Customer service skills

Communication with residents

Independent and team work

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Beacon is seeking a Facilities Technician/Porter-Groundskeeper to maintain cleanliness, safety, and overall appeal of our properties. This role combines housekeeping and porter duties to ensure move-ins are clean and ready, common areas remain pristine, and minor maintenance tasks are performed efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have prior housekeeping or janitorial experience, a high school diploma, and strong customer service skills to interact with residents and management teams.