Porter

Ad-West On-Site; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Company paid holidays

Job summary

Ad-West Realty Services, Inc. is hiring a Property Porter to maintain cleanliness and safety across the apartment community. You will support turnover, prepare vacants, and assist the maintenance team as needed, ensuring welcoming spaces and high presentation standards.

Ideal candidates understand cleaning products and equipment, communicate well with tenants, and stay dependable in a fast-paced environment. This on-site role offers a small, team-based culture with strong community focus.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cleaning products, equipment and safe chemical handling.
• Prior cleaning/janitorial experience preferred.
• Good communication and reliability essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize common areas, hallways, elevators, and laundry rooms.
• Prepare vacant units for move-in and ensure turnover readiness.
• Report maintenance issues and restock supplies as needed.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and professional relations with tenants.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Equipment handling

Verbal communication

Dependability

Adaptability

Tools

Mops

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

Ad-West Realty Services, Inc. is a professional, full-service property management company specializing in managing affordable housing apartment communities in the states of Washington, Oregon, and Nevada since 1986. We believe that all people deserve affordable, safe, and well cared for homes and strive to make positive differences in others’ lives. To provide the highest quality of management (and enjoy doing so), we find it essential to focus on fostering the respect we give all our communities: colleagues, clients, and tenants.

Company Culture

• Small, people-oriented company
• Professional but casual, family atmosphere
• We strive to provide excellent and integrity-backed service for our clients, residents, colleagues, and all others we work with

What you will be doing:

The Property Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the apartment community's common areas and vacant units. This role supports resident satisfaction and property presentation by keeping shared spaces, building exteriors, and turned units clean, sanitary, and welcoming. The Porter works under the direction of the Property Manager and in partnership with the maintenance team to support unit turnover and day-to-day property upkeep in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Clean and sanitize common areas, including hallways, breezeways, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, and community/leisure spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and spot-clean floors and entryways throughout the property.
• Empty trash receptacles and maintain cleanliness of trash rooms, chutes, and dumpster enclosures.
• Clean and prepare vacant units for move-in, including floors, bathrooms, kitchens, windows, and fixtures.
• Wipe down and disinfect high-touch surfaces (door handles, railings, mailboxes, elevator buttons where applicable).
• Remove cobwebs, debris, and litter from walkways, parking areas, and building exteriors.
• Pick up litter, debris, and pet waste from grounds, walkways, and common outdoor areas to maintain a clean, tidy property appearance.
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or supply shortages to the Property Manager
• Restock or notify management of low supplies (paper products, cleaning chemicals, trash liners).
• Assist with light seasonal duties such as sweeping leaves or applying ice melt to walkways.
• Maintain accurate records of completed cleaning tasks as required.
• Communicate with the property management team on unit-turn status and cleaning completion.
• Maintain positive public relations with the community by performing all tasks in a professional manner.
• Unlock and lock common areas such as the clubhouse, fitness center, laundry room, playground area, mailroom, and business center according to posted hours or property schedule.
• Other duties as assigned

Monitor and maintain the following:

• Overall cleanliness and appearance of common areas, breezeways, and entrances.
• Trash enclosures, recycling areas, and laundry facilities.
• Cleanliness and turnaround readiness of vacant units.
• Sidewalks, parking areas, and common spaces for safety and cleanliness.
• Snow and ice conditions during winter months to maintain safe access throughout the property.
• Identification and reporting of potential safety hazards or property concerns.

What we look for:

• Basic understanding of cleaning products, equipment, and safe chemical handling
• Relevant experience in cleaning, janitorial, or housekeeping roles preferred
• Basic understanding of cleaning products, equipment, and safe chemical handling
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records, as needed
• Strong verbal and professional communication skills for coordinating with tenants and the property management team
• Prior experience in property maintenance or facilities management preferred.
• Dependability and adaptability to handle a variety of tasks and emergency situations

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, and move around the property for extended periods, including climbing stairs and navigating various terrains
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying cleaning equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, noise, and inclement weather.
• Proficient in using cleaning tools and equipment safely, including mops, vacuums, and cleaning chemicals
• Capability to respond to emergency situations that may require immediate physical intervention.

Mental Requirements:

• Attention to detail to ensure work is performed accurately and consistently
• Ability to manage time effectively to prioritize tasks and complete cleaning schedules
• Effective communication skills to interact with tenants, property management, and team members in a professional and empathetic manner

Additional Requirements:

(applicable only to properties requiring travel between sites or off-site errands)

• Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance, if required for this property
• Reliable Mode of Transportation, if required for this property
• Light travel maybe required, depending on property assignment
• Accrued two weeks of Vacation & one week of Sick time
• 13 Company Paid Holidays

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Employees may be subject to random drug testing during their tenure with the company, but drug testing is not a requirement for initial employment

Ad-West is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you need accommodation to perform the essential functions of this role, please let us know.