Porter / Groundskeeper

Overview

Maintain interior/exterior grounds and assist maintenance at student housing.

Key Responsibilities

• groundskeeping
• floor cleaning
• trash removal
• maintenance support
• repair troubleshooting
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Assist the maintenance team with snow removal (If applicable). -Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds, curb appeal, amenities, building exteriors and leasing office, parking lots, and other community buildings. -Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts -Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals -Vacuuming, mopping, and/or shampooing floors in resident rooms and common areas; stocking bathrooms; and emptying trash in designated areas. -Providing courteous, efficient responses to resident and management requests. Reporting unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents. -Assist in the preparation of market-ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) before make-ready. -Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. -Assisting maintenance team with work orders, moving furniture, and unloading and storing supplies. -Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. -Assisting with groundskeeping, pool maintenance, and pressure washing -Assist in the troubleshooting/repair of mechanical, carpentry, and electrical problems. -Report any maintenance concerns for repairs on available apartments, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Maintenance Supervisor. -Remove trash from office areas and apartment community perimeter daily. -Assist in the cleaning of available apartments and or models. -Assist the Maintenance Supervisor/Property Manager and/or perform assigned maintenance tasks promptly.

Requirements

• high school
• 2+ years
• health & safety
• problem solving
• teamwork
• detail

What You Bring

-Frequently exposure to outside weather conditions -Occasionally required to sit -Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. -Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices. -Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. -Strong problem-solving skills. -Knowledge of general labor, housekeeping, and cleaning tasks -Reliable, self-motivated, and courteous. -High school diploma or equivalent preferred. -2+ years’ experience in a similar role preferred. -The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 50 pounds -Continually required to talk or hear -Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity -Continually required to walk -Great eye for detail. -Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. -Continually required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl

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Benefits

-Paid sick leave for all employees -Foundations peer cohort onboarding and mentoring program -Leadership conferences and workshops -Competitive 401K match -EAP and LifeCare program for employee and family members Paid volunteer time -Voting leave -Paid parental leave -Summer Friday program for corporate positions -Competitive and flexible medical, dental, and vision plans -Paid vacation time and holidays -MOJO monthly team events -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with generous company contribution -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

About Yugo

-Fueled by student insight, it pioneers the “Live Your Best Life” program, touching hundreds of thousands through wellbeing, professional growth, and sustainability. -Specialising in purpose‑built student accommodation, Yugo blends stylish residential spaces with communal and study areas in top university cities. -Backed by The Dot Group and GSA’s legacy, its robust financial model attracts institutional investment into a resilient real‑estate sector. -A standout partnership as exclusive student‑housing operator for a Formula One™ team highlights its zest for innovation and visibility.

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