Why Southern Land?

Our full-service company is comprised of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, and resident experience professionals—all in-house and working together every day to envision and create uniquely beautiful places.

Position Summary

Southern Land Company, a national real estate development and construction firm is seeking a full-time Porter to join our dynamic team in Fort Worth, TX.

Deco 969 is offering an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about providing world class customer service. The successful candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills with a flawless attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work independently.

Twenty-seven-story Deco 969 is the first high-rise multifamily project in downtown Fort Worth. It will feature more than 300,000 square feet with 302 for-rent efficiency, one, two, and three-bedroom rental residences and penthouses, eight floors of above-grade parking, and abundant resort-inspired amenities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remove litter and debris daily from all areas of the property (areas include pool area, dumpster area, recreation areas, general grounds, and walkways to, from and in between buildings).
• Trash out vacated apartments (remove abandoned furniture, trash, boxes, etc.)
• Assist in the cleaning, organizing and maintenance of storage rooms.
• Distribute resident and commercial tenant communications as directed.
• Other tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor or General Manager.
• Remove all debris from garage and keep clean
• Empty trash containers and keep clean
• Empty recycling rooms and move recycling material to dumpsters
• Maintain pet park and remove pet waste
• Clean and maintain pet spa
• Maintain compactor, clear trash chute, and swap out dumpsters from compactor when full
• Keep all stairwells clean and free from debris

Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Solid teamwork skills with flexibility to adjust to changing project requirements and deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, with co-workers, residents, and vendors
• Ability to anticipate the maintenance needs of the property
• Must be reliable and present a positive, professional image
• Ability to keep sensitive information highly confidential
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, and carry multiple projects through to completion.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work and ask for further clarification when necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight time constraints, as well as the ability to deal with frequent interruptions, unresolved situations, frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to lift/move 25 lbs. regularly and 50 lbs. occasionally
• Possible exposure to changing weather conditions and chemical fumes

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of practical experience
• Fair housing training (we can provide)

Work Conditions

• Indoor, outdoors, and exposed to weather
• Very hot and very cold temperatures (above 90 F degrees and below 32 F degrees)
• Wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection
• Spends time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Lifting over 50 lbs.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions

Company Overview

Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.

We Have…

• A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
• Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
• An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
• A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!

Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off. Southern Land Company is a Drug Free Workplace. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.