Why This Role Stands Out
You'll gain valuable experience in property maintenance and contribute directly to creating and preserving high-quality affordable housing within a reputable, innovative firm. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented individual eager to make a tangible impact and grow their career in property management. Apply today to join a mission-driven team and earn a competitive hourly wage.
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Job Description
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC, Fairstead owns and manages a portfolio of more than 30,000 apartments, including pipeline, across 28 states. As an integrated owner, operator, and innovator, Fairstead brings development, construction, and property management under one unified platform to deliver high-quality affordable housing that serves our residents at scale.
At Fairstead, we believe affordable housing should be thoughtfully designed, professionally managed, and responsibly operated. We seek to create and preserve housing that serves residents while delivering long-term value to communities, partners, and stakeholders.
Fairstead challenges industry norms through our tech-forward, entrepreneurial approach to affordable housing. In addition to core real estate capabilities, we operate innovative service lines designed to improve resident outcomes, strengthen communities, and drive operational efficiency. We embrace digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies, including AI, to build scalable systems that support sustainable growth, grounded in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, partnership, dedication, and integrity.
The Porter provides routine cleaning and custodial care of the property’s exterior. They are responsible for maintaining the clean and hygienic condition of the property’s premises and facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clean and inspect the property daily, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors, carpets, vents, restrooms, and other common areas; picking up trash; and keeping building entrances, lobbies, grounds, and exterior areas clean, clear, and free of clutter.
- Walk the property daily, inspecting all areas for cleanliness and safety, and helping to maintain great curb appeal.
- Report any conditions on the property that prevent cleaning or require additional cleaning attention and notifies supervisor of problems or difficulties in performing job duties.
- Maintain a high-level of customer service.
- Performs assigned tasks at cleaning sites, including but not limited to carpet cleaning, stripping, waxing, and buffing.
- Assists in moving supplies and equipment as needed.
- Monitors inventory of supplies and notifies management when the need for replenishment arises.
- Perform snow and ice removal, including applying salt or ice melt, from entrances, sidewalks, walkways, and other exterior areas, if necessary based on property location.
- Place appropriate safety signage for wet floors, wet paint, and other potential hazards.
- Respond promptly to spills, cleaning emergencies, snow/ice conditions, and other urgent property needs.
- Perform other duties as required.
BENEFITS:
- Generous employer contribution for Medical Insurance through Meritain
- Employer Paid Vision
- Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% of the first 3%; 50% of the next 2%.
- 12+ paid
- 15 days of
- 7 Sick
- Employer Paid Life
- Flexible Spending
- Nationwide Pet
- Disability
- Laser Correction
- Employee Discounts on appliances, apparel, and
QUALIFICATIONS:
- General interest in custodial and cleaning work, with strong attention to detail.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and being on
- Perform other related duties as
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Diversity in backgrounds and experiences is key to Fairstead’s success. Being an equal opportunity employer is a central tenet of our philosophy that shapes who we are and the communities we serve. Our goal is to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, location, and other market benchmarks.
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