Porter

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plans

401(k) with 4% match

Generous paid time off

12 holidays

Volunteer time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Parental Leave

Military Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Corvias is seeking a dedicated porter to perform general cleaning, basic maintenance, and grounds care for homes and community spaces. You will follow safety procedures, manage waste, operate a vehicle, and support residents with friendly, professional service.

The role requires basic tools, English communication, and a valid driver’s license. A high school education is preferred, with opportunities to contribute to team improvements and safety initiatives across properties.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning products and maintenance basics.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions in English.
• Must provide and maintain basic hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, grounds keeping, painting, and basic maintenance tasks.
• Follow health and safety standards and procedures.
• Collect trash and recyclables and dispose properly.
• Operate company vehicle as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and share observations for improvements.
• Maintain and disinfect equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Adhere to safety rules and report hazards.
• Keep storage areas organized and stocked.
• Interact with residents professionally and provide good service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning

Grounds keeping

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High school education

Tools

Powered equipment

Basic hand tools

Job description

At Corvias, you’ll join a team wholeheartedly invested in their work. In return, we offer support intended to strengthen your professional, financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Your wellbeing is not just a priority, it’s at the heart of the Corvias employment experience.

Who We Are

At Corvias, we’re experts at developing solutions through partnership. Our mission is to be personally committed to solving our partners’ most difficult, systematic challenges by reimagining what is possible and realizing more resilient communities together. We believe a culture of caring, purposeful, diverse and courageous humans who want to make a difference for our partners will help us achieve that mission.

How You’ll Contribute to the Team

The porter is responsible for efficiently performing all general cleaning, basic maintenance, trash and debris pickup of the interior and exterior of single and multifamily homes, community centers and common areas to ensure a professional, attractive appearance.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform various laborer duties, such as cleaning, grounds keeping, painting, and basic building maintenance, using powered equipment as needed, in assigned location(s).
• Ensure that assigned spaces are maintained according to health and safety standards, company operating procedures, and company schedules.
• Pick up trash and debris; transport waste, trash, and recyclables to appropriate disposal areas; ensure the proper disposal of chemical products.
• Operate company vehicle, as required.
• Participate in staff meetings and share observations and ideas that may lead to improved building and grounds cleaning and maintenance.
• Protect, maintain, and disinfect work equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Adhere to safety rules; report safety hazards and unusual occurrences; participate in safety meetings and trainings.
• Maintain inventory and equipment records; keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Interact with residents in a professional and friendly manner; provide high quality customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Specific Requirements:

• High school education, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic maintenance, types and uses of cleaning products, and types and uses of powered equipment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as to follow oral and written instructions, maintain records, document activities, and communicate with colleagues and residents.
• Required to provide and maintain own basic hand and power tools related to work requirements.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Competencies:

Customer Focus - Prioritizes and takes action on the needs of both internal and external customers. Designs and delivers products and services with the customer experience top of mind.

Teamwork and Collaboration - Capable of working well with others both on the team and cross-functionally to achieve individual goals, team goals, department goals, and/or organizational goals. Values diverse perspectives and working with others as a way to achieve the best output possible.

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Uses critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions. Invests time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations.

Resilience - Thrives and grows in a rapidly changing and complex environment. Displays flexibility, activates networks, and adopts a continuous growth mindset to learn from mistakes and bounce back from adversity.

Creativity and Innovation - Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities and find new and better ways of doing things. Encourages experimentation and accepts failure as a driver of innovation.

Exceptional Benefits for Exceptional Team Members

As a company striving to be the best place to work, we want to ensure an environment of collaboration, inclusion and learning exists throughout all teams, locations and divisions. To support our team members, we offer a benefits package that is generous and flexible enough to meet you where you are today and tomorrow.

Corvias employees are eligible for:

• A choice between two benefit-rich medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting and up to a 4% contribution match
• Generous paid time off that increases throughout your career
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer
• 100% paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement to support growth and development

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Corvias Corporate Services, LLC (the “Company”) does not discriminate in employment or applications for employment based on an applicant’s sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, service in the armed forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected classification as outlined by Federal, State or local laws

Learn more about Corvias’ External Recruiting Policy.

Thank you for your interest.