Residential Grounds & Maintenance Porter

The Scion Group; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scion Group is seeking a Porter/Gatekeeper to maintain the property's common areas, both indoors and outdoors, and to support basic maintenance tasks. This role emphasizes customer focus, initiative, and attention to detail in a collegiate environment.

The Porter will perform cleaning and upkeep, handle landscaping duties, assist with seasonal plantings, pool and landscaping maintenance, and participate in safety and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• High school/GED or trade school diploma and one year of experience in lawn/grounds maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Efficient in reading instructions and documenting labor and materials
• Record of punctuality and dependability, ability to work under deadline pressure, and schedule flexibility for after-hours and weekend emergencies
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Ability to stand 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical condition of the property according to The Scion Group’s SOPs, OSHA and industry standards
• Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset and other property features
• Remove trash and debris from common areas continuously
• Sweep and remove debris from curbs, parking areas, walkways and stairways
• Maintain and repair loose stairwell treads and exterior lighting; replace bulbs and report inventory
• Mow lawns, trim planting beds, rake leaves, and manage landscaping upkeep
• Apply weed and feed to lawns; top seed and water areas as needed
• Install seasonal plantings, shrubs, trees, decorative rock and water features
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs as directed; maintain irrigation and fountains
• Clean pool/spa per manufacturer specs and code; perform routine pool equipment maintenance
• Know emergency procedures for shutoffs and access to sewer cleanouts and fuse panels
• Promote safety awareness to limit property loss and injuries to residents and visitors
• Keep drainage gratings clear of leaves; pressure-wash sidewalks, buildings and pool decks
• Assist in snow removal when required; undertake training related to job duties
• Maintain required uniform and professional appearance
• The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

Job description

The Scion Group is seeking a Porter/Gatekeeper to maintain the property's common areas, both indoors and outdoors, and to support basic maintenance tasks. This role emphasizes customer focus, initiative, and attention to detail in a collegiate environment.

The Porter will perform cleaning and upkeep, handle landscaping duties, assist with seasonal plantings, pool and landscaping maintenance, and participate in safety and emergency procedures.