Porter

Venterra Realty; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Medical PPO)

401k matching

Paid vacation

Short & Long-Term Disability

Educational assistance

Volunteer Time Off

Discount program

Job summary

Venterra Realty is seeking a Porter at Calais Midtown to uphold cleanliness and curb appeal across the property, including outdoor spaces and amenities. You’ll handle trash, light maintenance, and assist with apartment turnover to ensure a welcoming environment for residents.

The role requires outdoor work in varying weather and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Prior groundskeeping or maintenance experience is preferred, with strong teamwork and reliability valued by the property team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, janitorial, or maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Lifting/carrying up to 75 lbs may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of the property, including grounds, pools, and common areas.
• Ensure cleanliness, functionality and safety of amenities.
• Assist in unit turnover by removing items left by residents.
• Deliver notices, manage trash removal, and address debris or hazards promptly.
• Provide emergency and on-call maintenance support as needed.
• Support the team with other duties to maintain resident satisfaction.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Porter

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

LOCATION: Calais Midtown

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Porter maintains the cleanliness and curb appeal of the community, ensuring common areas , amenities, and exterior spaces meet high standards . This role is responsible for trash removal, light maintenance tasks, and assisting with apartment turnover preparation. By creating a clean and welcoming environment, the Porter plays a key role in resident satisfaction.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of the property, including grounds, swimming pools and spas, parking lots, breezeways and common areas .
• Ensure cleanliness, functionality and safety of amenities at all times .
• Assist in the unit turn process by removing items left by previous residents.
• Deliver notices, manage trash removal, and promptly address debris or hazards on the property. Work independently while following company standards, demonstrating attention to detail, and maintaining a commitment to resident satisfaction.
• Provide emergency and on-call maintenance support as needed.
• Support the team with other duties as needed to maintain resident satisfaction and property standards.
  

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, janitorial, or maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to maintaining company standards.
• Lifting/carrying (supplies, equipment, etc.):
• Over 75 lbs. Rare need
• 25 – 75 lbs. Occasional need
• 1 – 25 lbs. Constant need
  

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary and performance bonus.
• A robust package of Health (Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision), 401k matching, paid vacation suite benefits and employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, among other things.
• Educational Assistance / Reimbursement to support your drive to learn.
• 8 paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off to serve the organization(s) of your choice.
• Access to thousands of employee discounts with BenefitHub .
  

Company Overview

Venterra Realty is a growing developer, owner, and operator of multifamily apartments with 90 mixed-use and multifamily communities across 22 major US cities. Over 50,000 people and more than 10,000 pets call Venterra "home"! The Venterra Team is focused on achieving excellence in serving its three major stakeholders: residents, employees, and investors. Venterra has enjoyed tremendous growth and