Porter

Essex Property Trust; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 30,472 - 36,093; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

12 paid holidays

15 PTO days

Housing discount 20%

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Porter in Fremont, California. The position is regular and on-site, with responsibilities including cleaning exterior areas and common spaces, restocking supplies, and assisting residents.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Five-day on-site workweek and safety-focused operations are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of exterior areas including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping.
• Clean and maintain common areas such as lobbies, hallways, restrooms, and fitness centers and ensure supplies are stocked.
• Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to the supervisor or manager.
• Empty trash receptacles and assist with bulk trash removal and recycling procedures.
• Interact with residents and visitors in a friendly, professional manner and assist as needed.
• Perform seasonal tasks such as snow/ice removal and leaf blowing.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE; report hazards immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Mobile apps for property ops

Job description

Porter

City

Fremont

State

California

Job Location

SFO 549 Mission Peaks

Position Type

Regular

What You Will Do

• Maintain the cleanliness of the property’s exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping. Including but not limited to sweeping, blowing, picking up trash, pet waste and remove debris from all common areas, ensuring a tidy and well-kept appearance.
• Clean and maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, fitness centers, and restrooms. Ensure that common areas are stocked with necessary supplies, such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels. Clean windows, doors, and other glass surfaces to maintain a polished appearance.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards observed during duties to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Ensure that all trash receptacles on the property are emptied regularly and that the surrounding areas are clean. Assist with the removal of bulk trash items from common areas or around dumpsters and ensure that recycling procedures are followed.
• Interact with residents and visitors in a friendly and professional manner, addressing any concerns or directing them to the appropriate staff member. Provide assistance to residents when needed, such as helping with carrying items or providing directions around the property.
• Perform seasonal tasks, such as snow and ice removal, leaf blowing, or pressure washing exterior surfaces.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while performing duties, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Report any safety hazards or potential risks to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager immediately.
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some custodial or general maintenance experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, as this property requires the use of golf carts so associate can complete essential job functions as part of onsite operations.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication. Comfortable with basic computer tasks, including using Microsoft Office programs like Outlook emails.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

What The Job Requires

• Operates in a fast-paced work setting both indoor and outdoor. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations.
• This role requires a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage.
• Requires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds). Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities. May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly.
• Occasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.

What You Will Bring To The Table

• No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position.
• Communicates basic technical or factual information with colleagues and/or immediate Managers who are familiar with job area.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures. Requires limited judgement to perform routine/recurring tasks.
• Limited - decisions generally affect own job and rarely affect work of others.

All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid parental leave
• 401k employer match
• excellence rewards
• wellness programs
• much more
• 12 paid holidays
• 15 PTO days
• housing discount of 20%

New hires generally start between $22.12 - $26.20 per hour. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.