Porter

PTLA Real Estate Group; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

PTLA Real Estate Group is seeking a reliable Porter for an apartment community. This entry-level role focuses on keeping spaces clean, organized, and welcoming for residents and guests.

The Porter maintains cleanliness of common areas, grounds, and shared amenities, supports the maintenance team, and follows safety procedures. Strong reliability and physical stamina are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including walking, lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform apartment turnover cleaning to ensure move-in readiness.
• Clean and maintain common areas: hallways, lobbies, elevators, fitness centers.
• Pick up trash and debris from property grounds.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust common areas.
• Support the maintenance team with basic tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Follow safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About this position

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Porter to join our team at a large apartment community. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who takes pride in keeping spaces clean, organized, and welcoming for residents and guests. The Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the property’s common areas, grounds, and shared amenities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Perform apartment turnover cleaning, including kitchens, bathrooms, appliances, cabinets, counters and fixtures, ensuring apartments are move-in ready
• Clean and maintain common areas including hallways, lobbies, stairwells, elevators, fitness centers, and community rooms
• Pick up trash and debris through the property grounds
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust common areas as needed
• Help maintain curb appeal and a clean, professional appearance of the community
• Support the maintenance team with basic tasks as assigned

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
• Ability to perform physical tasks including walking, lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods