Caretaker​/Porter

Caretaker/Porter - 2 apartment communities within a half mile of each other - Station
955 and Metro Crossing. About GCRE

GC Real Estate Partners (fka Granite City Real Estate, LLC was founded in 2004 and services clients and properties throughout Minnesota. We specialize in brokerage, commercial property management, facilities maintenance, multi‑housing property management, and consulting. Brokerage services include investment sales, commercial tenant representation, and commercial landlord leasing representation. GCRE is an equal opportunity employer.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement

Eau Claire, WI

Properties:
Metro Crossing & Station
955 (Lease‑Up Community)

Schedule:

Full‑Time | Monday–Friday (occasional weekends/on‑call rotation)

We are seeking a dependable, hands‑on Caretaker/Porter to support daily operations at two apartment communities in Eau Claire. This role is essential to maintaining the cleanliness, curb appeal, and overall resident experience—especially at Station
955, which is currently in lease‑up. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, notices the details others miss, and enjoys keeping communities looking their best.

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas, hallways, lobbies, clubrooms, fitness centers, and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean interior spaces daily.
• Monitor and maintain exterior curb appeal, including entrances, sidewalks, and parking areas.
• Assist with snow removal, salting, and seasonal grounds upkeep.

• Manage daily trash and recycling removal.
• Keep dumpster and compactor areas clean and orderly.
• Ensure trash rooms and enclosures meet health and safety standards.

• Help prepare apartments and common areas for showings, move‑ins, and events.
• Perform unit touch‑ups and turn cleaning as needed.
• Support the leasing team by ensuring the community is tour‑ready at all times.

• Assist maintenance team with light tasks (changing light bulbs, replacing air filters, minor repairs).
• Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, or damages promptly.
• Conduct regular property walks to identify issues before they become problems.

• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures.
• Interact professionally with residents, prospects, vendors, and team members.
• Represent the community in a positive, helpful manner at all times.

• Prior experience in janitorial, porter, groundskeeping, or apartment maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively between two properties.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining clean, welcoming spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation between properties.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.