Multifamily Porter

Vaa ka wi Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Free Drinks

Gym Membership

Medical & Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Vaakawi in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Multifamily Porter to maintain grounds, amenities, and common areas. You will act as the face of the maintenance team, ensuring curb appeal and clean, safe spaces for residents through daily outdoor work and courteous tenant interactions.

Responsibilities include trash walks, pool area care, breezeway upkeep, and handling make-ready tasks for new residents. The role supports maintenance staff year-round, including seasonal snow/ice removal, with a flexible

Qualifications

• Weather tolerance: outdoor work in heat, rain, cold for most of the shift.
• Customer Service: friendly demeanor with residents, guests, and potential tenants.
• Physical endurance: ability to climb stairs and lift heavy trash bags.
• Eye for detail: notice small aesthetic issues affecting property image.

Responsibilities

• Curb appeal & grounds: daily trash pick walks around perimeter, parking lots, and landscaping.
• Amenity maintenance: clean and arrange pool area, wipe gym equipment, sanitize leasing office/clubhouse.
• Breezeway upkeep: sweep, blow, or power wash stairwells, hallways, breezeways.
• Waste management: monitor trash areas, empty pet stations, restock dog bags.
• Make-ready support: assist with trash-outs and cleaning appliances for new residents.
• Snow/ice removal: seasonal sidewalk clearing and applying salt.

Skills

Weather tolerance

Customer service

Physical endurance

Eye for detail

Job description

The Foundation of Our Business is Our People.

Multifamily Porter

The Multifamily Porter is responsible for the meticulous upkeep of the property’s grounds, amenities, and common areas. Acting as the \"face\" of the community's maintenance team, the Porter ensures that the property maintains high curb appeal by keeping exterior areas free of debris and interior amenities sanitized. This role is vital for resident satisfaction and retention, requiring daily outdoor work and interaction with tenants.

The Multifamily Porter will perform a variety of custodial duties for Vaakawi. Such responsibilities shall be in accordance with established standards, instructions, and procedures of Vaakawi.

Experience

1 Year

Employment Type

Full Time & Part Time

Job Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Curb Appeal & Grounds: Perform daily \"trash pick\" walks around the property perimeter, parking lots, and landscaping to remove litter and debris.
• Amenity Maintenance: Clean and arrange furniture in the pool area, wipe down equipment in the fitness center, and sanitize the leasing office/clubhouse.
• Breezeway Upkeep: Sweep, blow, or power wash stairwells, hallways, and breezeways to remove cobwebs, dust, and dirt.
• Waste Management: Monitor the central trash compactor or dumpsters to ensure the area is tidy; empty pet waste stations and refill doggy bags throughout the property.
• Make-Ready Support: Assist maintenance technicians by removing trash from vacant apartments (\"trash-outs\") and cleaning appliances to prepare units for new residents.
• Snow/Ice Removal: (Seasonal) Clear sidewalks and apply salt/ice melt to ensure resident safety during winter months.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Weather Tolerance: Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, rain, cold) for the majority of the shift.
• Customer Service: Friendly demeanor when encountering residents, dog walkers, and prospective tenants during rounds.
• Physical Endurance: Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs frequently (especially in garden-style walk-up apartments) and lift heavy trash bags.
• Eye for Detail: Ability to spot small aesthetic issues (e.g., a crooked sign, a piece of litter in a bush) that affect the property's image.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Free Drinks
• Gym Membership
• Medical & Dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plan

• Benefits Disclaimer: The perks and benefits listed on this page are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute a binding contract or guarantee of employment. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on role, location, and employment status (e.g., full-time vs. part-time). Vaakawi reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plan or perk at any time, with or without notice. In the event of any discrepancy between this summary and the official plan documents, the official plan documents will govern.

Are you a dependable, motivated individuals?

Our mission

Sustainable Cleaning for a Healthier Workplace.

At Vaakawi, our mission is to create and maintain pristine, healthy, and welcoming environments for businesses of all types. As a family-owned leader in commercial cleaning in Arizona, we combine decades of experience with a personal commitment to integrity, accountability, and excellence.

We strive to deliver customized cleaning solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, using state‑of‑the‑art equipment and eco‑friendly products to ensure safe, efficient, and superior results. Our goal is simple: to provide an exceptional cleaning experience that promotes health, enhances productivity, and reflects the professionalism of your brand—so you can focus on what you do best.

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