Groundskeeper/Porter

Job Summary

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of exterior common areas within an apartment community. This role supports property maintenance operations through groundskeeping, porter services, light custodial work, minor maintenance assistance, and pool area upkeep.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain exterior common areas by removing trash, debris, cigarette butts, and pet waste daily
• Sweep, blow, and clean sidewalks, pathways, stairwells, breezeways, and parking areas
• Perform pressure washing of buildings, sidewalks, and common areas as scheduled
• Clean exterior windows, railings, signage, and outdoor furniture
• Avoid identification, reporting, and escalating maintenance, safety, or curb appeal issues promptly
• Perform light custodial duties including trash removal, restroom cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, and floor care
• Assist with interior common area cleaning when housekeeping staff is unavailable
• Replace light bulbs, air filters, and complete other minor maintenance tasks
• Complete assigned service requests and work orders accurately and on time
• Aid with pool and spa cleaning, debris removal, and daily upkeep
• Support pool chemical treatments under supervision
• Ensure pool furniture and amenity areas are clean, safe, and properly arranged

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 6 months of experience in groundskeeping, porter services, janitorial work, landscaping, apartment maintenance, or facilities maintenance preferred
• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Skills & Competencies: Knowledge of groundskeeping, cleaning procedures, and maintenance support tasks; ability to read and follow work orders, schedules, and safety instructions; strong attention to detail and time management skills; customer service–focused with professional communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; English or Spanish communication skills preferred
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to climb stairs and ladders; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach; ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements

Work Environment

• Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, fumes, and mechanical equipment
• Occasional exposure to electrical hazards
• Moderate noise levels and fast-paced environment
• May require evenings, weekends, on-call shifts, overtime, and travel
• Pet-friendly apartment community environment

About the Company

The Company is an equal Opportunity Employer. As a condition of employment, a satisfactory drug test and background check are required.