Porter/Groundskeeper
Sunridge Management
Porter/Groundskeeper
Sunridge Management
Posted 2 months ago
Full Time
Horizon City, Texas
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Porter/Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and curb appeal of the apartment community, including grounds, amenities, and building exteriors. They also assist the maintenance team with general repairs, make-ready efforts, and various physical tasks to ensure the property remains in optimal condition.
Qualifications
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Porter/Groundskeeper to maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of our apartment communities. Responsibilities include groundskeeping, trash removal, and assisting the maintenance team with minor repairs and upkeep. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, physical stamina for outdoor work in various conditions, and a proactive work ethic.
Job Description
Position: Porter/Groundskeeper – Multifamily
Location: On-Site
Reports To: Lead Maintenance Technician & Property Manager
Industry: Multifamily Property Management
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | Weekend availability as needed
SunRidge Management Group is a trusted name in multifamily property management with a strong track record of success and over 35 years of experience managing apartment communities across the country. From affordable housing to luxury lease-ups, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, operational excellence, and a people-first culture. Our Dallas-based corporate team supports communities coast to coast with a hands-on, detail-driven approach. SunRidge Management Group is an equal-opportunity employer that promotes a drug-free workplace.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we foster a collaborative, ethical, and resident-focused culture where every team member plays a vital role in our continued success.
Position Summary
The Porter/Groundskeeper plays a key role in maintaining the overall cleanliness and curb appeal of the apartment community. This position is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors, parking lots, and other common areas. The Porter/Groundskeeper also assists the maintenance team with various tasks to ensure the community remains in optimal condition for current and prospective residents. This role requires strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and a proactive work ethic.
Key Responsibilities
Grounds & Common Area Maintenance
Qualifications
Work Environment
This is an on-site role at the assigned apartment community. Must be available for occasional weekend work, depending on community needs.
Physical Requirements
Tools & Equipment
Must be able to safely operate and maintain:
SunRidge offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Join the SunRidge Team
If you are a motivated and service-driven professional ready to support the successful operation of a vibrant apartment community, we encourage you to apply today. Join a company where people truly are our greatest strength.
Location: On-Site
Reports To: Lead Maintenance Technician & Property Manager
Industry: Multifamily Property Management
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | Weekend availability as needed
SunRidge Management Group is a trusted name in multifamily property management with a strong track record of success and over 35 years of experience managing apartment communities across the country. From affordable housing to luxury lease-ups, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, operational excellence, and a people-first culture. Our Dallas-based corporate team supports communities coast to coast with a hands-on, detail-driven approach. SunRidge Management Group is an equal-opportunity employer that promotes a drug-free workplace.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we foster a collaborative, ethical, and resident-focused culture where every team member plays a vital role in our continued success.
Position Summary
The Porter/Groundskeeper plays a key role in maintaining the overall cleanliness and curb appeal of the apartment community. This position is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors, parking lots, and other common areas. The Porter/Groundskeeper also assists the maintenance team with various tasks to ensure the community remains in optimal condition for current and prospective residents. This role requires strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and a proactive work ethic.
Key Responsibilities
Grounds & Common Area Maintenance
- Walk the property daily to remove litter, debris, and pet waste from common areas.
- Keep the following areas clean and presentable at all times: leasing office, pathways, stairwells, laundry rooms, mail centers, pool areas, dumpsters, parking lots, and recreation areas.
- Use blowers, brooms, and other tools to clean sidewalks and outdoor walkways.
- Perform trash-out duties for vacated units and dispose of abandoned items as directed.
- Ensure dumpster areas are clean, with doors closed on windy days.
- Detail the grounds regularly, including raking shrub beds and shoveling mud or dirt as needed.
- Assist with general maintenance tasks, including make-ready efforts, when requested.
- Perform minor repairs such as screen replacement, light bulb changes, painting, and general upkeep.
- Complete interior and exterior painting and basic maintenance duties when assigned.
- Change locks, rekey units, and distribute resident communications when requested.
- Help clean and organize maintenance shop and storage areas.
- Assist with physical tasks such as moving heavy items or cleaning vacant units.
- Check and replace exterior lighting regularly.
- Maintain awareness of potential safety hazards and report issues immediately.
- Keep utility meter rooms, shutoffs, and cleanouts accessible and clearly marked.
- Lock all storage areas when not in use.
- Follow safety guidelines and ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing laws.
- Complete all required safety training, including Grace Hill courses, by designated deadlines.
Qualifications
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
- Must be able to take direction and follow company procedures.
- Ability to complete physical tasks including lifting, bending, and climbing.
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (if applicable).
- Must complete required Grace Hill training (bonuses and commissions are contingent upon compliance).
Work Environment
This is an on-site role at the assigned apartment community. Must be available for occasional weekend work, depending on community needs.
Physical Requirements
- Constant walking and physical activity throughout the shift.
- Frequent need to bend, stoop, climb stairs, kneel, push/pull, and lift heavy objects.
- Must be able to lift and carry:
– 1–25 lbs.: Constantly
– 25–75 lbs.: Frequently
– 75–150 lbs.: Occasionally (with assistance) - Frequent use of hand tools, power equipment, and cleaning supplies.
- Frequent visual and auditory attention to the environment and resident interactions.
Tools & Equipment
Must be able to safely operate and maintain:
- Hand Tools: Wrenches, hammers, saws, etc.
- Power Tools: Blowers, pressure washers
- User-Aided Tools: Dollies, wheelbarrows, ladders
SunRidge offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Opportunities for career advancement within a supportive and people-first culture.
- Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as life and disability coverage.
- Voluntary wellness plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity).
- Paid time off, sick time, paid holidays, birthday leave, and work anniversary leave.
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Join the SunRidge Team
If you are a motivated and service-driven professional ready to support the successful operation of a vibrant apartment community, we encourage you to apply today. Join a company where people truly are our greatest strength.
Sunridge Management
SunRidge Management Group, Inc.is a company that devotes its resources to making your role simpler, smarter and streamlined, all without sacrificing quality or oversight of your property. Multi-family properties face challenges that are unique in their complexity and scope, so we’ve developed tools and approaches that are up to the task.
Managing local communities as expertly and efficiently as we do requires a level of resources and personal accountability that only SunRidge can provide: we employ more than 500 smart, responsive and reliable personnel operating across the nation—all to provide the local knowledge, national resources and comprehensive expertise that SunRidge clients have come to expect. Our team learns the ins and outs of your community to provide a management solution that fits your every need from accounting services to full-scale, fully staffed management.
You should expect the best, and that’s exactly what we offer. We didn’t become an industry leader by simply meeting our clients’ goals. President Ron Akin founded SunRidge over 3 decades ago as a property management company predicated on exceeding clients’ expectations. Our diverse portfolio of satisfied clients is a testament to our fidelity to that core commitment. We look forward to the opportunity to show you how our approach fits your needs.
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