Porter

Asset Living; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Asset Living is seeking a Porter to assist in maintenance of a property, ensuring clean grounds and functional common areas. Regular on-site attendance and compliance with safety standards are required.

The role involves responding to service requests, assisting the maintenance team, and participating in on-call emergencies to support resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Must have basic computer skills and be able to operate on-site software.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform community maintenance including cleaning, grounds, and common areas.
• Respond to resident and management requests and work orders promptly.
• Assist in preventative maintenance and participate in unit inspections as needed.
• On-call emergency support and follow safety policies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Fair Housing Laws

OSHA requirements

Job description

Company Overview

Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build‑to‑rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.

Asset Living is a fast‑growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed’. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.

PORTER

The Porter is responsible for assisting in carrying out the maintenance processes of the property, including corrective, preventative, routine, and cosmetic maintenance. 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, buildings, breezeways, and all interior and exterior community 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 grounds, buildings, breezeways, and community common areas are completed in a timely manner
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features daily to identify, minimize, and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns
• Assist in maintaining 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
• Participate in on‑call emergency at community
• 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 reach, repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and 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, be exposed to outdoor weather elements (wind, precipitation) including low and high temperatures and be 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, be able to work overtime, weekends, night hours (on‑call property emergencies).

Salary Range: $20 per hour to $22 per hour

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.