Site Laborer – Durham, NC

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Overview

Salary Range

$15.00 – $17.50 Hourly

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Description

Are you someone who takes pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments? We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Site Laborer to help maintain our residential communities and support the daily operations that contribute to an exceptional living experience for our residents. This hands-on role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working both indoors and outdoors, take initiative, and value teamwork.

As a Site Laborer, you will play an important part in ensuring our properties remain attractive, well-maintained, and safe. From groundskeeping and janitorial services to assisting with resident service requests and community events, your work will have a direct impact on the quality of life of the residents we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of assigned properties and grounds.
• Remove litter, debris, and other obstacles from community areas.
• Perform routine janitorial duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning common areas.
• Clean restrooms, kitchens, appliances, countertops, sinks, windows, and mirrors.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles throughout the property.
• Assist with appliance moving and installation as directed.
• Respond to work orders and support emergency maintenance requests.
• Escort contractors, vendors, and pest control service providers as needed.
• Handle daily mail pick-up and distribution activities.
• Set up community rooms and common areas for meetings, programs, and events.
• Follow all safety procedures and organizational policies while performing assigned duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED.
  
  

Preferred Education

• Vocational training or coursework related to building maintenance, facilities operations, custodial services, or a skilled trade.
  
  

Required Experience

• Basic experience in building maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial services, or general labor work.
• Experience safely operating hand tools, equipment, or machinery.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in multifamily housing, property management, facilities maintenance, or a related environment.
• Experience performing routine cleaning, grounds maintenance, or minor maintenance tasks.
• Experience responding to work orders and interacting with residents, customers, or the public.
  
  

Core Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of safe work practices and proper use of cleaning products, tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with residents, coworkers, contractors, and vendors.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, professionalism, and service excellence.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required.
• Ability to participate in emergency call-back assignments and report to work outside normal business hours when needed.
• May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) depending on assignment.