divh2Porter/h2pThe Porter is responsible for maintaining the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties in to assist preserving the asset and to provide a quality living environment for the residents./ppstrongWhat You Will Do:/strong/pulliMaintain the cleanliness of the propertys exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking lots, courtyards, and landscaping. Including but not limited to sweeping, blowing, picking up trash, pet waste and remove debris from all common areas, ensuring a tidy and well-kept appearance./liliClean and maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, fitness centers, and restrooms. Ensure that common areas are stocked with necessary supplies, such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels. Clean windows, doors, and other glass surfaces to maintain a polished appearance./liliReport any maintenance issues or safety hazards observed during duties to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager./liliEnsure that all trash receptacles on the property are emptied regularly and that the surrounding areas are clean. Assist with the removal of bulk trash items from common areas or around dumpsters and ensure that recycling procedures are followed./liliInteract with residents and visitors in a friendly and professional manner, addressing any concerns or directing them to the appropriate staff member. Provide assistance to residents when needed, such as helping with carrying items or providing directions around the property./liliPerform seasonal tasks, such as snow and ice removal, leaf blowing, or pressure washing exterior surfaces./liliFollow all safety procedures and guidelines while performing duties, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Report any safety hazards or potential risks to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager immediately./liliOther duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above./li/ulpstrongWhat You Will Need:/strong/pulliHigh school diploma or GED equivalent./liliSome custodial or general maintenance experience preferred./liliAbility to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication. Comfortable with basic computer tasks, including using Microsoft Office programs like Outlook emails./liliAbility to read, write, and speak English./li/ulpstrongWhat The Job Requires:/strong/pulliOperates in a fast-paced work setting both indoor and outdoor. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations./liliThis role requires a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage./liliRequires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds). Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities. May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly./liliOccasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work./li/ulpstrongWhat You Will Bring To The Table:/strong/pulliNo formal supervisory responsibilities in this position./liliCommunicates basic technical or factual information with colleagues and/or immediate Managers who are familiar with job area/liliProblems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures. Requires limited judgement to perform routine/recurring tasks/liliLimited - decisions generally affect own job and rarely affect work of others/li/ulpAll full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%. Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career./ppThe pay range for this position is $21.60 - $29.33 per hour. New hires generally start between $21.60 - $25.96 per hour. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs./p/div