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The position may also entail light lifting of supplies and materials occasionally, up to and including 20 pounds in addition to reaching, stooping, standing, and walking. This position requires the ability to talk, hear, compare, compute, compile, copy, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, negotiate and communicate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.\nSalary Range\nThe salary range for this position is: $0.00 - $0.00, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws. Compensation and Benefits\nTo attract and retain top talent, we're pleased to offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:\nAnnual bonus program\n\nHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance\n\nLong-term and short-term disability insurance\n\nGenerous paid time off plans include vacation accrual, sick time, standard holidays and floating holidays\n\n401(k) with company matching contributions\n\nAwesome work environment with casual dress\n\nTeam events and gatherings (Pre- and Post-Covid)\n\nInvitation Homes is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and innovative environment with the best associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at .\nTo all recruitment agencies: Invitation Homes does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Invitation Homes employees. 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