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Seasonal Porter/Groundkeeper - Liberty Military Housing
Newport News, VA
Posted: May 22, 2022 07:05

Job Description

Liberty Military Housing - Own your passion for service!

At Liberty Military Housing we're here to serve those who serve our country by providing military families with comfortable, well-maintained homes in inviting communities across the United States. We take great pride in our highly trained team of professionals. With a blend of property management and military backgrounds, our employee-owners bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, along with unparalleled levels of empathy and understanding for our residents and one another.

Liberty Military Housing is dedicated to helping our employees develop personally and professionally and provides an unprecedented 150+ hours of professional development annually to each employee-owner. Camaraderie and collaboration form the foundation of our culture. We put people first, honoring one another's diverse experiences, ideas, and contributions to our shared success. We strive to bring out the best in each other so we can do outstanding work and positively impact the lives of military families.

We're always looking for dedicated team members in a variety of roles to help create meaningful results that help us meet our company goals. We offer an excellent benefits package, training, development, and opportunities for advancement, so if you're ready to grow your career, take a look at our current job openings and become an employee-owner at Liberty Military Housing.

A Day in the Life of a Seasonal Porter/Groundkeeper:

As the Liberty Military Housing Seasonal Porter/Groundkeeper, you will perform routine cleaning and upkeep of grounds, buildings, amenities and surrounding areas in a multifamily residential community. You will Operate tools, machinery and other equipment to complete tasks in an efficient manner. You will need to effectively communicate, perform quality work in a safe manner and deliver on our mission of providing exemplary service in accordance with Liberty Military Housing's quality customer satisfaction standards.

  • Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of grounds, amenities, building exteriors district office, pool and recreation areas, parking lots and other areas surrounding the community.

  • Remove trash from grounds, office areas, homes and surrounding community perimeter on a daily basis.

  • Details interior and exterior areas on a regular basis using general cleaning tools and equipment (i.e. broom, mop, vacuum, rake or blower to keep entry areas, sidewalks, streets and walking areas clean of debris, dust, leaves and brush).

  • May help with snow shoveling (where applicable) of sidewalks and other main entry

  • Assist in the preparation of make ready units including removal of trash from vacant homes (trash outs), touch up paint, and general cleaning prior to make-ready.

  • Assist with various physical tasks as directed; carrying and removal of abandoned furniture, tools, appliances, and other equipment.

  • Assist with repairs, replacement and installation of window and door screens, lightbulb and other

  • Helps clean and maintain storage and shop

  • Assist maintenance technicians when

  • May perform minor interior and exterior touch up painting/caulking.

  • Cleans air conditioning vents, replaces air filters, and smoke

  • Performs any additional routine cleaning / maintenance on property as requested as needed or

  • Report any maintenance concerns for repairs on homes, community and/or common areas to

  • Demonstrates the appropriate and safe use of standard hand and power tools, equipment and

  • Participate in and attends various department or regional meetings, resident or community events, seminars, and other work-related events.

  • Compile with all OSHA safety regulations, local applicable laws regarding health, safety or environment and LMH Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.

  • Understand and follows safe work practices for all trades, including but not limited to: Lockout Tag-out, Confined Space Entry, use of hazardous chemicals, use of Personal Protective Equipment, Ladder Safety, and working from Elevated Surfaces. Performs any additional routine maintenance on property as requested by supervisor

What You Need for Success:

  • Beginning level understanding of grounds

  • Ability to use hand and power tools and cleaning equipment applicable to job

  • Communication and effective interaction with co-workers, managers, vendors or residents sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

  • Ability to operate motor vehicle (valid license required)

  • Basic computer skills (PC / mobile device)

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local

  • Ability to travel to other regional locations for work, training, meetings and other work-related

  • Ability to independently lift/carry supplies or equipment up to 65

  • Frequent reaching, stooping, bending and kneeling.

  • Extensive walking and standing.

  • Ability to climb up and down stairs/ladders.

  • Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

  • May require use of personal or company vehicle, or electrical

  • Must be willing to work indoor/outdoor environments, in all weather conditions, and potentially hazardous

  • Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, off-hours and emergencies as

  • Must be able to fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or writing) to employees.

What we Provide You:

Liberty offers a wide range of insurance options and benefit programs. Our benefits take into consideration everything from career development to family matters, health and wellness, and we are committed to doing everything we can to offer you quality benefits and healthcare coverage. In addition, we offer competitive compensation and generous paid time off.

Requisition ID: 2022-13777

Street: 1970 Von Steuben Drive



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Liberty Military Housing

Newport News, VA