Porter

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall upkeep of the Community. This includes performing routine housekeeping tasks, addressing minor maintenance issues, and ensuring the community meets operating and safety 

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning and Housekeeping

• Perform cleaning tasks in resident rooms, public bathrooms, common areas, and other parts of the community as assigned, including sweeping, dusting, mopping, disinfecting, and waste disposal.
• Safely discard trash and reline trash bins; clean trash containers as needed.
• Prepare resident rooms for new admissions, ensuring they are clean and move-in ready.
• Ensure that all housekeeping procedures and safety protocols are followed to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

Maintenance and Repairs

• Complete apartment turnovers efficiently and ensure timely service to residents regarding maintenance requests.
• As assigned, perform minor repairs, such as touch-up painting and basic fixes.
• Report any repair needs to supervisors, including broken fixtures, furnishings, or safety hazards.
• Participate in the preventative maintenance program to maintain the structural integrity of the building.

Resident Interaction and Customer Service

• Respond promptly to maintenance and housekeeping requests from residents and staff.
• Work closely with residents and their families to address concerns and provide excellent customer service.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow established safety precautions, including proper equipment use and lifting techniques.
• Report any hazardous conditions or malfunctioning equipment immediately.
• Comply with infection control policies and universal precautions during daily tasks.
• Keep floors dry and clean up spills promptly to prevent accidents.
• Ensure that equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored, especially before breaks and at the end of the shift.
• Keep supplies, equipment, and residents' belongings off the floor and properly stored in designated areas.

Other Responsibilities

• Communicate any supply needs or maintenance issues to your supervisor.
• Follow all community policies, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Identify, report, and resolve potential safety or hazardous conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School or equivalent 
• Experience: Experience in housekeeping, custodial work, or general maintenance is preferred.
• Special Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older, with knowledge of cleaning chemicals, their uses, and cleaning equipment. General maintenance skillset.