Assistant Manager Self Storage

About the role

Effectively market and sell self-storage solutions to potential customers
Work independently, spending time both inside an office and outside on the property
General property care, cleaning, and maintenance
Daily property walk to confirm spaces are ready to rent
Accurate payment processing and cash handling
Engage with customers to provide an exceptional experience
Valid driver's license and a reliable form of transportation are required to perform the essential functions of the job

Responsibilities

• Effectively market and sell self-storage solutions to potential customers
• Work independently, spending time both inside an office and outside on the property
• General property care, cleaning, and maintenance
• Daily property walk to confirm spaces are ready to rent
• Accurate payment processing and cash handling
• Engage with customers to provide an exceptional experience
• Valid driver's license and a reliable form of transportation are required to perform the essential functions of the job

Requirements

• Effective 5/7/25 MUST have a Real ID or Passport to travel to San Antonio training center
• Ability to transport lift/move items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Should be able to walk in and around the property, spending up to 50% of their time in outdoor environments, including climbing stairs and opening large doors
• Cleaning and daily maintenance tasks, including sweeping and mopping interior areas and maintaining the property curb appeal

Qualifications

Previous retail, restaurant, fast food, hospitality, customer service/sales or self-storage experience is a plus

Skills

Excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail

Benefits

Outstanding Benefits Package includes multiple bonus programs, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, and 401(k) plan

Pay

Pay Range: $18.50 to $19.50 per hour

Schedule

Work regular business hours. No late nights or early mornings.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement for work-related tasks
Paid time off for vacations, holidays, and sick time

Location

This position will service the following locations: Bakersfield - Mesa Grande, Bakersfield - 30th, Bakersfield - Truxtun and Bakersfield - Unicorn, CA

Travel

50% or more of the Time

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties (“WPI”) is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of January 2025, WPI has over 17 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is over $3 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.

Disclaimer

All Employees must pass a post-offer, pre-hire background screening which includes a multi-state criminal check and DMV Records in accordance with federal protected FCRA/FACTA Requirements for Investigative Consumer Reports, CA ICRA and other state mandated requirements for employment purposes. Furthermore, this job description is subject to change at any time. Nothing in this job description is meant to guarantee employment status and/or position. This job description neither restricts nor prevents management’s right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time of the essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be subsequently assigned.