Porter - Maintenance

Article Student Living; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health (PPO or HSA)

Flexible PTO

13 paid holidays

401K – 100% match up to 5%

Annual review and bonus program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Article Student Living in Columbia, SC is seeking a Porter to join our maintenance team on a full-time basis to keep the property clean, safe, and welcoming. You will help uphold our high standards for grounds and common areas while supporting residents.

No experience is required; we emphasize customer service, teamwork, and a readiness to contribute to property improvements. This entry-level role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within our portfolio.

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required for this entry-level position.
• Customer service oriented.
• True team player eager to help build the business.

Responsibilities

• Be a helpful resource for residents
• Support the maintenance team
• Daily on-site trash collection
• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
• Suggest ideas for property improvement

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Article Student Living is looking for a Porter to join our maintenance team for a full-time role to ensure the upkeep, cleanliness, and appearance of our community. You will ensure our established standards for the property. As a luxury housing community, the standards for grounds, community areas, and overall curb appeal are high. The daily responsibilities of the role will vary, depending on the needs of the community.

Article Student Living provides the best experience for student residents living in our communities. We do this by putting people first—both our residents and our employees. We believe in investing in our people through superb training and support, generous employee benefits and perks, and opportunities for career advancement by growing throughout our portfolio.

You will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and work with the other maintenance and property staff.

The hourly range for this role is $17, plus commissions.

Responsibilities

• Be a helpful resource for residents
• Support the maintenance team
• Daily on-site trash collection
• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
• Suggest ideas for property improvement

Your Track Record and Style

• No prior experience is required for this entry‑level position
• Customer service focused
• True team player eager to help build the business

Full-time Associate Benefits

• Health (PPO or HSA), dental, and vision
• Flexible PTO
• 13 paid holidays
• 401K – 100% match up to 5%
• Annual review and bonus program
• Paid parental leave

Article Student Living provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources team.