Balfour Beatty Investments - North America
Maintenance Porter
Who We Are
At Balfour Beatty Communities, we are dedicated to a singular mission: delivering the quality communities people are proud to call home. We believe exceptional living experiences can only be created whenWe Care—about our residents, our partners, our communities, and each other. Our culture of caring drives every aspect of our business, guiding us to always do the right thing and build meaningful connections as we fulfill the needs of our residents and partners with sincerity, empathy, and creativity.
Our Benefits:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Medical and Dental Insurance 1st of the month following employment
- Health, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company paid life insurance
- 401K plan with employer matching
- Robust PTO to include, sick, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days
- 2 Volunteer Days per year
- Company paid short-term and long- term disability, parental leave.
- And more!
About the role
Our Maintenance Porters have the general responsibility for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the community both inside and outside and may assist the maintenance technician team with diagnosing maintenance issues, making necessary repairs to ensure we are providing world-class service to our valued residents.
What you'll be doing
- Cleaning, raking, and collecting debris from community grounds, breezeways and common areas.
- Keeping all stair towers clean and free of waste.
- Ensuring all exterior steps have treads and are safe.
- Removing snow and applying salt in inclement weather.
- Preparing vacant units for occupancy, including any necessary clean-out tasks.
- Performing daily inspections of building exteriors and lighting; reporting any required repairs or issues to the maintenance supervisor in a timely manner.
- Delivering the highest level of resident satisfaction through responsive, consistent, positive and professional interactions.
- Learn and provide maintenance support for general maintenance and orderliness of property HVA, mechanical, electrical, utilities and lighting systems. Including inspections and repairs.
- Ensuring the successful execution of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures.
Who we're looking for
- High School diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 1 year of groundskeeping/maintenance experience
- Knowledge of basic tools and general maintenance processes
- Basic trouble shooting skills
- Independent Worker
- Multitasker
- Must have an active and valid driver’s license
Balfour Beatty Communities is part of Balfour Beatty Investments and Balfour Beatty, plc, an international group that finances, develops, builds and maintains infrastructure assets.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Allen's expanding residential communities create a steady demand for Maintenance Porters, though competition remains moderate compared to Dallas or Plano. Candidates with hands-on groundskeeping and basic repair skills tend to have an edge in securing roles within this growing suburban area.
While a high school diploma and valid driver’s license are essential, local employers in Allen appreciate candidates with certifications in basic HVAC, electrical safety, or grounds maintenance. These credentials can boost your employability in this community-focused maintenance sector.
Mastering multitasking, basic troubleshooting, and facility upkeep techniques is crucial for Maintenance Porters. Proficiency with common maintenance tools and the ability to perform routine inspections ensures smooth daily operations and high resident satisfaction.
Yes, this role offers practical exposure to property maintenance and equipment care, laying a solid foundation for career advancement into technician or supervisory positions within building maintenance or property management sectors.
Unlike specialized maintenance roles, a Maintenance Porter focuses on exterior and interior cleanliness, debris removal, and minor repairs, blending groundskeeping with supportive technical tasks to maintain community aesthetics and safety.
Employees enjoy comprehensive perks including company-paid life insurance, 401k matching, flexible health spending accounts, plus volunteer days—reflecting Balfour Beatty’s commitment to holistic well-being and community engagement.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes a culture of caring and resident-focused service, promoting professional growth through supportive policies like parental leave and robust PTO, which may not be as extensive in competing firms.
Maintenance Porter salaries in Allen typically range from $29,000 to $38,000 annually. Compensation depends on experience and skillset, with added value for candidates who hold valid driver’s licenses and multitasking capabilities.
Seasonal changes require Maintenance Porters to manage snow removal and salt application during winter, while warmer months demand diligent grounds upkeep and debris clearing to maintain safe, appealing community spaces.
Navigating sprawling community layouts and coordinating timely inspections require strong organizational skills. Familiarity with local traffic patterns and proactive communication with maintenance supervisors can streamline daily workflows.
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