Porter

Ingerman; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Porter to ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of property grounds and common areas. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appeal of the property, restoring apartments for new residents, and assisting with maintenance tasks. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community living while enjoying comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan. If you’re passionate about service and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full medical benefits

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Additional paid day off for community service

Qualifications

• Preferred one year of general maintenance experience.
• Must be able to read, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of property grounds and common areas.
• Restore vacated apartments to move-in condition.

Skills

General maintenance experience

Knowledge of OSHA rules

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility and on-call availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ANSI approved steel-toe shoes

Job description

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We’re all about having a career and making a difference. By building communities that help people live better lives, we’re growing and prospering. If you share our vision of service and our passion for quality, we’d like to talk with you.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Ingerman, the Porter is responsible for the general upkeep and cleaning of property grounds, common areas, interior spaces, and offices. This includes maintaining property cleanliness and curb appeal, restoring vacated apartments to move-in condition, and preserving office, bathroom, and kitchen hygiene.

Key Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Patrols property daily to identify areas in need of cleaning and completes required work—remove trash/debris from property grounds and common areas, keep the dumpster area clean, and vacuum, sweep and mop common areas
• Restores vacated apartments to move-in condition for new residents—clean appliances, kitchen cabinets, sink and floors, bathroom—including toilet, tub, sink and floor, windows, front door, and performs touch-up painting as necessary
• Completes janitorial requirements in accordance with the janitorial schedule
• Performs grounds maintenance, including weed removal, grass-cutting and planting
• Cleans property office as necessary—empty trash, vacuum carpets, clean bathroom and kitchen
• Coordinates snow and leaf removal from property—sidewalks, walkways, steps and driveways/parking spaces
• Assists maintenance technicians in performing preventive maintenance, capital improvements or satisfying work orders as needed

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• One year of general maintenance experience in preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations is preferred
• Must be able to work a flex schedule and be on-call for emergencies on weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Requires the ability to read, speak and comprehend the English language
• Ability to follow direction and work independently
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment

Additional Requirements

• ANSI approved steel-toe/composite shoes
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must have reliable transportation
• Willing to assist with other properties within the portfolio and surrounding portfolios as needed
• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time

Benefits

We support the health and well-being of our teammates and their families with:

• Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off, accrued based on years of service
• Supplemental insurance for employees and families
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling
• Additional paid day off for community or charitable services
• Paid holidays; approximately eight per year
• Peace of mind and a great working environment

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ingerman provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Salary

$16.00 - $18.50 an hour, plus bonus potential

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other