Part-Time Porter

Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, Inc. is seeking a Porter to maintain cleanliness and safety of the grounds, common areas, and apartments. The role includes light maintenance, tracking inventory, and ensuring all areas are pristine.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, have some housekeeping experience, and reliable transportation. Join a mission-driven team committed to excellence in property management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 1-2 years of general apartment or institutional housekeeping experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and dependable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure grounds and common areas are clean and safe.
• Assist with light maintenance and respond to safety hazards.
• Track and communicate inventory levels for cleaning supplies.

Skills

Organization

Cleaning protocols

Dependability

Transportation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Mop

Broom

Job description

General Description

The Porter is responsible for keeping the grounds, interior, and exterior common areas, vacant apartments, sidewalks, and alleyways of the property in a clean and safe condition. The Porter also assists in other types of maintenance when necessary.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

Experience

• 1-2 years minimum previous general apartment or institutional housekeeping experience preferred, but not required.

Abilities

• Must be a well‑organized self‑starter.
• Knowledgeable of equipment (vacuum, mop, broom, etc.), chemicals, and general protocols used for cleaning.
• Prompt and dependable with the ability to maintain a daily cleaning schedule.
• Ability to understand and complete directives provided by the manager or lead Maintenance Technician.
• Employee must have dependable transportation, a valid driver’s license, smartphone technology, and proof of auto insurance.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a pleasant demeanor on the job.
• Assist with tracking and communicating inventory levels as required for the products and equipment needed to perform duties.
• Perform light maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs and air conditioner filters.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are maintained in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
• Immediately respond to spills or accidents which may present a safety hazard and, if appropriate, place caution signs alerting others to the hazard.
• Monitor and clean all exterior and interior common areas.
• Note and report any repairs and safety hazards that they cannot resolve to the site manager.
• Exhibit behavior that is consistent with the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of GCHP; make the working environment enjoyable for self and others.