Job Description

Maintenance porters play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of a facility throughout the day. Unlike evening or night janitorial staff, Maintenance Porters are responsible for maintaining the building’s cleanliness during business hours, handling quick cleaning tasks, and responding to immediate needs as they arise.

Key Responsibilities:

Grounds and Curb Appeal

· Walk the entire property daily to pick up litter, debris, and pet waste from parking lots, breezeways, sidewalks, landscaped areas, and around buildings

· Empty and clean trash cans and pet waste stations; replace liners and bags

· Keep dumpster and compactor areas clean, organized, and free of overflow; break down boxes and report bulk-item dumping

· Blow and sweep sidewalks, stairwells, breezeways, and entryways

· Spot-check and report landscaping, irrigation, and drainage issues

Common Areas and Amenities

· Clean and maintain the leasing office, clubhouse, fitness center, laundry rooms, mail area, and restrooms

· Clean the pool area daily during season: furniture, deck, gates, and trash; report safety or chemical issues

· Wipe down mailboxes, railings, signage, and doors; remove cobwebs and wasp nests

· Pressure wash sidewalks, breezeways, dumpster pads, and building exteriors as scheduled

Make-Ready and Maintenance Support

· Assist with vacant unit turns: trash-outs, cleaning, and preparing units for paint and carpet

· Replace light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, A/C filters, and other basic items

· Assist maintenance technicians with work orders and repairs as directed

· Remove graffiti and perform minor touch-up painting

Safety and Communication

· Report safety hazards, vandalism, broken lighting, and maintenance issues promptly to the supervisor

· Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE, chemicals (per SDS), and equipment

· Help prepare the property for weather events (freezes, storms) and assist with cleanup afterward

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• English/ Spanish bilingual strongly preferred.
• Prior cleaning experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional with excellent customer service skills.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of objects up to 50 lbs.
• Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights as needed.
• May operate a boom lift or other equipment for high-reach cleaning or maintenance.
• Must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• Work may take place in office buildings, schools, medical facilities, or commercial spaces
• May require evening, weekend, or holiday shifts depending on location needs.

About DTK Facility Services

DTK Facility Services is a Texas-based commercial facility services company. DTK was started in 1996 in Houston, Texas to provide janitorial solutions for customers, and the company has been focused on cleaning with a higher purpose since the beginning. Today, the company services over 27 million square feet across 650 locations each day through the dedicated work of their 1,600+ team members.

Our mission is to honor God by enhancing facilities and blessing others.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.