Groundskeeper/Porter (GK/PT)

Summary

The primary responsibilities of the GK/PT involve the upkeep of the property in order to enhance and maintain its curb appeal. The GK/PT will also assist in the rest of the staff as directed in their efforts to manage the property in an efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Physically walk the property on a daily basis and remove litter and debris from the grounds.
• Detail property on a regular basis. Use blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and brush; water plants and flowers.
• Regularly clean and maintain building breezeways, using blower and broom to remove any debris from area.
• Assist with various physical tasks as directed; e.g., tearing down fences, digging post holes, carrying abandoned furniture, remove appliances, etc.
• Help clean and maintain storage areas.
• Assist with trash-out duties in vacated apartments as needed, i.e. the removal of all abandoned furniture, trash, and boxes and the transfer of that material to dumpster.
• Distribute resident communications to residents; e.g., upcoming events, pest control notices, and newsletters.
• Perform work area clean-up and safety related duties.
• Complete Daily Checklist each day, and completed work must be reviewed by supervisor.

Porter Duties

• Clean the office, clubroom, and restrooms on a daily basis (prior to 9:00 a.m.).
• Clean and maintain models on a daily basis.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Service Manager or Property Manager.
• Inform management of supply needs on a bi-monthly basis.

Qualifications

• Must meet all physical requirements and be able to take direction.
• Equipment Requirement: An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of cleaning supplies, chemicals and tools.
• Work Hours: Monday through Friday with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Schedule and hours to be determined by Service Manager and Property Manager; weekly schedule may change as required.
• Equipment/Machinery/Tools: An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools: Hand Tools, User-Moved Aids, Power Tools.
• Gloves should always be worn when using chemical cleaning agents.

Physical Requirements

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.
• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities: Bend/Stoop/Squat, Climb Stairs, Push or Pull, Reach Above Shoulder, Climb Ladders, Grasp/Grip/Turning, Finger Dexterity.
• Required to handle cleaning chemicals. Certain cleaning chemicals may require pre-mixing.
• Lifting/carrying (cleaning supplies, vacuum, blower, ladders, etc.): Over 150 lbs.: Rare need (less than 1% of the time).75 lbs. – 150 lbs.: Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time).25 lbs. – 75 lbs.: Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time).1 – 25 lbs.: Constant need (66% to 100% of the time).
• Learn and comply with all company safety rules.
• Use appropriate safety equipment at all times.
• Immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Be familiar with all safety features or equipment, machinery, or materials encompassed by job duties.
• Check with supervisor if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.

Safety Responsibilities

• Learn and comply with all company safety rules.
• Use appropriate safety equipment at all times.
• Immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Be familiar with all safety features or equipment, machinery, or materials encompassed by job duties.
• Check with supervisor if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.