Property Grounds & Maintenance Porter – Resident-Focused

B.HOM Student Living; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package (medical, dental, etc

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

B.HOM Student Living is hiring a Porter to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the community in Starkville, MS. You’ll support daily groundskeeping, cleaning, and property upkeep to ensure strong curb appeal and a welcoming living environment for residents.

You will assist with landscaping, light maintenance, and upkeep of common areas, clubhouse, and pool, while delivering excellent customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in groundskeeping, maintenance, or property support preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability expected.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Grounds & property upkeep: maintain cleanliness and curb appeal daily.
• Inspect exterior grounds, breezeways, and buildings; pick up trash and debris.
• Operate trash compactor; manage waste areas and drains.
• Sweep, blow, or pressure wash common areas, parking lots, and walkways.
• Maintain landscaping: watering plants, shrubs, and flowers.
• Assist with painting curbs, speed bumps, and other touch-ups.
• Replace light bulbs; assist with minor maintenance tasks.
• Support maintenance team with unit turns and trash-outs.
• Clean and maintain clubhouse, office, and amenity spaces; pool upkeep and logs.
• Deliver friendly resident service; post notices and community communications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Reliability

Work ethic

Tool safety

Ladder safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

B.HOM Student Living is hiring a Porter to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the community in Starkville, MS. You’ll support daily groundskeeping, cleaning, and property upkeep to ensure strong curb appeal and a welcoming living environment for residents.

You will assist with landscaping, light maintenance, and upkeep of common areas, clubhouse, and pool, while delivering excellent customer service and safety.