Porter

Asset Living; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 16,531 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid sick days

Job summary

A property management company is seeking a Porter in Morgantown, WV, to assist with maintenance and cleaning duties across the property. The ideal candidate has a High School diploma and basic computer skills, and is knowledgeable in Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements. Responsibilities include managing grounds maintenance, responding promptly to resident requests, and maintaining safety standards. Competitive hourly wage and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and perform all on-site software functions and tasks.
• Basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out maintenance processes including corrective, preventative, and routine maintenance.
• Perform cleaning and general maintenance of grounds and residential areas.
• Respond to resident requests and work orders in a timely manner.

Skills

Customer service

General maintenance

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Porter

The Porter is responsible for assisting in carrying out the maintenance processes of the property, including corrective, preventative, routine, and cosmetic maintenance. The Porter is also responsible for the make‑ready process consistent with the property’s operational objectives under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Community Maintenance
• Regular/daily onsite attendance is required
• Responsible for cleaning, trash removal, and general maintenance of grounds and residential areas, including make‑ready units and common areas
• Respond to resident/management requests and work orders for community common areas, buildings, and units in a timely manner
• Ensure all repairs and replacements necessary for community common areas and units
• Responsible for daily clean‑up of the exterior of the community, including grounds, breezeways, and all common areas
• Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate, timely chemical logs
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features daily to identify, minimize, and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns
• Maintain a preventative maintenance program that extends the life of the community while minimizing future repairs
• Responsible for understanding and following Asset key policy
• Maintain a well‑organized and adequately stocked maintenance shop while adhering to safety standards and OSHA guidelines
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the hazard communications program; teach and promote safe work practices
• Participate in unit inspections as requested
• Report any observed violations of community rules and regulations to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager
• Utilize property resources, equipment, and supplies economically
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities requested by Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager
• Customer & Resident Relations
• Manage excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround and responsiveness
• Projects a favorable image of the community to achieve property objectives and public recognition
• Ensure consistency in dealing with residents on all matters
• Enforce policies of the community that the immediate supervisor delegates

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to understand and perform all on‑site software functions; basic computer skills required
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another and traverse flat and uneven terrain
• The employee is frequently required to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, ramps, step stools, etc., work in an overhead position and/or reaching, repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, adjust or move objects in all directions of 100+ lbs., lift and place objects of 100+ lbs., communicate with others to exchange information, operate motor vehicles and/or golf carts, exposed to outdoor weather elements including low and high temperatures and exposed to hazardous chemicals
• The employee is occasionally required to move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces, remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, operate machinery and power tools, assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned, identify and inspect objects and areas, able to work overtime, weekends, night hours (on‑call property emergencies)

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $12 per hour to $14 per hour
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental, and disability insurance; 401(k) with employer matching; commission and performance bonuses as applicable; paid sick days and company holidays

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety‑sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.