Property Caretaker

Role overview

Great Atlantic Management has operated self-storage properties since 1977 and is hiring a Property Caretaker for unmanned facilities across the Hampton Roads area. The role is key to maintaining a clean, secure, and efficiently run property environment. It is well suited to someone who enjoys being active outdoors and staying busy with hands-on tasks.

Work assignments are delivered through a mobile app, so the position requires a mobile phone with dependable service. You must also have reliable transportation to travel between locations. Travel between facilities is reimbursed at the federal mileage rate.

Key duties

• Clean empty storage units and shared areas by sweeping, mopping, dusting, wiping down surfaces, and similar upkeep work.
• Carry out basic pest-control tasks such as applying bug spray in hallways and units, and using wasp spray on nests.
• Maintain the grounds by collecting trash, removing weeds, treating weeds with spray, clearing cobwebs, applying mildew remover to interior or exterior surfaces, running a magnet over driveways, and removing adhesive from doors, floors, or walls.
• Monitor the property for security issues, including damage such as cut fences or signs of suspicious activity.
• Perform scheduled inspections, lock audits, and lock inventory checks.
• Complete daily, monthly, and quarterly task checklists.
• Handle other assigned work needed to keep the property and grounds aligned with company standards.

Benefits

• Stable employment with an established company operating since 1977.
• Predictable schedule with 40 hours per week and no night or weekend shifts.
• Tools needed for the job are provided.
• Health, vision, and dental coverage are included.
• Paid time off and paid holidays are available after 90 days.

Requirements

• Clear, effective communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Good work ethic with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Reliable transportation for travel between properties.
• A mobile phone with reliable service for task updates and timekeeping.
• Trustworthiness, including the ability to pass background and drug screening.

Physical requirements

The job involves standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing, stooping, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and lifting for a total of about eight hours each day. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work outdoors in the elements, and use manual dexterity as needed.

Equal opportunity notice

Great Atlantic Management is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.