Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Competitive wages
Training
growth opportunities
Early access to paycheck
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
401K with company match
Free Meals
Employee assistance program
Employee Referral Program

Job Description

Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a respected operator of senior living communities across 11 states in the United States. The company has established itself as a leader in senior housing by placing a high priority on delivering exceptional care and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. Cogir Senior Living embraces a compassionate and resident-focused approach to senior care, ensuring that each community under its management fosters a nurturing and supportive environment for seniors. This commitment extends to the company's employees, fostering a culture that values growth, creativity, and excellence, and encourages team members to develop their careers in a meaningful way.

Cogir Senior Living’s core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence drive its continuous improvement efforts. The company's team-oriented culture is built on respect and collaboration, making it a fulfilling place to work for individuals committed to improving the lives of older adults. Cogir provides a stable and growth-oriented work environment, offering competitive wages, training, and opportunities for professional development. In addition to investing in employee growth, Cogir Senior Living prioritizes the well-being of its staff by providing benefits such as health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401K retirement plan with company matching, paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, along with an Employee Assistance Program and employee referral incentives.

The role of the Porter at Cogir Senior Living is a vital position responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall upkeep of the senior living community. The Porter ensures that communal and private spaces remain clean, hygienic, and welcoming, which contributes significantly to the comfort and health of residents. By performing routine housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, disinfecting, and waste management, the Porter helps maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.

Beyond cleaning tasks, Porters at Cogir Senior Living are instrumental in taking care of minor maintenance and repair needs within the community. This includes handling apartment turnovers efficiently, performing small repairs such as touch-up painting, and coordinating with supervisors to report any major maintenance issues or safety hazards. Their keen eye for upkeep helps preserve the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of the facility.

The Porter role also includes direct interaction with residents and their families to address housekeeping and maintenance requests sensitively and promptly. This position requires excellent customer service skills as Porters often represent the company’s frontline commitment to resident satisfaction. They must adhere strictly to safety protocols, infection control policies, and universal precautions to ensure the safety of residents, visitors, and staff. The Porter also plays a crucial role in accident prevention through diligent floor care and proper storage of tools, equipment, and residents’ belongings.

Cogir Senior Living offers a supportive environment for individuals who take pride in contributing to a safe, clean, and welcoming living space for seniors. Those who join as Porters can expect to be part of a mission-driven organization that values both resident care and employee development, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience preferred
  • Ability to perform physical tasks related to cleaning
  • Good communication skills
  • Basic maintenance knowledge
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to follow safety protocols and infection control measures

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in housekeeping or cleaning preferred
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies
  • Ability to perform minor maintenance tasks
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently with attention to detail
  • Physical stamina to perform cleaning and maintenance duties
  • Understanding of safety and infection control procedures

Job Duties

  • Perform cleaning tasks in resident rooms, public bathrooms, common areas, and other parts of the community as assigned, including sweeping, dusting, mopping, disinfecting, and waste disposal
  • Safely discard trash and reline trash bins
  • Clean trash containers as needed
  • Prepare resident rooms for new admissions, ensuring they are clean and move-in ready
  • Ensure that all housekeeping procedures and safety protocols are followed to maintain cleanliness and hygiene
  • Complete apartment turnovers efficiently and ensure timely service to residents regarding maintenance requests
  • Perform minor repairs, such as touch-up painting and basic fixes
  • Report any repair needs to supervisors, including broken fixtures, furnishings, or safety hazards
  • Participate in the preventative maintenance program to maintain the structural integrity of the building
  • Respond promptly to maintenance and housekeeping requests from residents and staff
  • Work closely with residents and their families to address concerns and provide excellent customer service
  • Follow established safety precautions, including proper equipment use and lifting techniques
  • Report any hazardous conditions or malfunctioning equipment immediately
  • Comply with infection control policies and universal precautions during daily tasks
  • Keep floors dry and clean up spills promptly to prevent accidents
  • Ensure that equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored, especially before breaks and at the end of the shift
  • Keep supplies, equipment, and residents' belongings off the floor and properly stored in designated areas

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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