Porter

Paths Building Services LLC; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision options

Paid time off

12 company holidays

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Paths Building Services LLC is seeking a Porter to assist our Maintenance team at Skyline Terrace Apartments in Canton, OH. The role focuses on daily interior cleaning, trash removal, and basic upkeep to ensure clean, safe living spaces.

The Porter will perform light maintenance, assist with weather-related tasks, and help prepare vacant units for occupancy. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work a flexible schedule according to needs.

Qualifications

• Must understand safety hazards and proper cleaning/sanitizing procedures.
• Must be a self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and use routine maintenance tools.
• Good interpersonal skills with staff, customers, and visitors.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with large cleaning equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily interior cleaning of buildings and common areas; sweeping, mopping, windows, and floor care.
• Trash handling and removal, cardboard recycling, and curbside pickup.
• Prepare vacant units for occupancy and remove items left behind.
• Exterior building and grounds cleaning and basic maintenance.
• Light maintenance, bulb and filter replacements, and weather-related tasks.
• Report unsafe conditions and security concerns to the supervisor.

Skills

Safety awareness

Self-motivated

Flexible schedule

Basic repairs

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Buffing machine

Industrial vacuum cleaners

Job description

Porter
Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Since 2004, the Paths team created and preserved high-quality affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 16,000 units across 13 states under management and more than 600 employees, Paths manages a suite of capabilities spanning the entire property life-cycle, including development, construction, property management, maintenance, and security.

Summary/Objective: The Porter is responsible for assisting the Maintenance team in the day-to-day duties involved with maintaining the cleanliness of our property.

Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)
Location: Canton, OH

Essential function/Responsibilities: duties include but are not limited to the following

• Daily interior cleanliness of buildings, including general cleaning of common areas tasks included but were not limited to cleaning up spills, cleaning windows and window coverings vacuuming, sweeping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors.
• Daily trash handling and removal including emptying of the building's compactors, breaking down and tying up cardboard boxes, and bringing trash and recyclables curbside for removal by the Department of Sanitation.
• Prepare vacant units for occupancy, remove all items left behind, and leave units in broom-swept condition.
• Required to perform exterior building and premises cleaning and basic maintenance, including exterior walls parking lots and structures, walkways and paths, gardens and lawns, outdoor furnishings, pools/curbs/gutters, exterior hallways and stairwells, etc.
• Light maintenance (replace light bulbs, air filters, blinds, shades, and other items as directed).
• Placing down mats/runners in inclement weather, and assisting in weather-related cleaning conditions (snow removal or storm preparations.
• Report areas for unsafe conditions, unlocked doors in restricted areas, and potential security breaches on the grounds and report to manager/supervisor

Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions
• Highly motivated service-oriented self-starter (poses strong work ethic to get tasks done in a timely manner)
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including additional hours and adjusted shifts as required
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance
• Good interpersonal skills with polite demeanor toward staff, customers, clients, and visitors to the property
• High School Diploma/GED
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Proficiency using large industrial cleaning equipment including a buffing machine for wood floors and other finished surfaces as well as large industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Due to the physical nature of certain required tasks, must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift to 50 pounds at a time

Pay Range: $16.00 to $16.72 per hour
Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: 100% of medical benefits paid for employees only
• Voluntary dental and vision plan options
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage
• Voluntary accident insurance, critical Illness insurance, and hospital indemnity Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Porter

Number of Openings 1

Location Skyline Terrace Apartments

This position is currently accepting applications.