Porter, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Responsibilities

Are you someone who takes pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces for others? As a Porter, you’ll be essential to the daily upkeep and appearance of our 364‑unit Section 8/LIHTC Multi‑Family community Gateways in Far Rockaway, NY. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of the building’s common areas, contributing to a safe, well‑maintained, and inviting environment for all residents and visitors.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in the resident experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all shared spaces. If you’re dependable, detail‑oriented, and ready to be a key part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

• Complete requests in a timely manner and interact with residents to ensure their needs are met.
• Clean and maintain all common areas, including front lobby, hallways, restrooms, elevators, stairways, and parking areas.
• Maintain floors, vacuum carpets and rugs, wash and wax hard surfaces, and clean tile grout.
• Wash walls, doors, and windows in shared areas.
• Replace light bulbs in common area lighting fixtures as needed.
• Ensure all trash receptacles are emptied and waste is transported to the designated disposal area.
• Monitor and restock sanitary and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory levels.
• Assist with light maintenance duties such as replacing air filters, minor touch‑ups, and basic repairs.
• Support seasonal upkeep tasks, including snow removal and grounds maintenance.
• Assist in inventory control of janitorial tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent the community with a positive and courteous attitude.

• Lots of paid time off (19+ days!) – we value your life outside of work.
• Customizable total rewards package – pick from medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial wellness perks to set you up for success such as 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance, paid leave & disability programs.
• Mental health resources, such as counseling, are available to our team members.
• Fertility benefits – such as surrogacy, adoption assistance and more.
• Paid time off to volunteer and we will match your charitable donations.
• Grow with us – learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities are available. …and so much more!

• $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
• Annual Performance Bonus
• This position is Non‑Exempt, meaning eligible for overtime pay

This range is provided as a general guideline and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, geographical location, and the specific responsibilities of the role. In addition to salary, this position may be eligible for performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Final compensation offers will be determined following a thorough assessment of the candidate’s background and the requirements of the position.

• 1–2 years of janitorial, cleaning, or porter experience in residential or commercial settings.
• Compactor experience/knowledge is required.
• Basic knowledge of light maintenance tasks is a plus.
• Snow removal and landscaping experience a plus.
• Comfortable working with and around cleaning agents and equipment.
• Ability to complete daily assignments with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Dedicated to exceeding expectations by providing exceptional service.
• Willingness to embrace feedback and continuously improve.
• Strong belief in the value of teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Personal standards of appearance and dress compatible with the Company’s standards.
• Demonstrates accountability and reliability by taking full ownership of projects and outcomes, prioritizing precision and attention to detail, and approaching challenges with grit, resilience, and proactive problem‑solving, while engaging in learning and development to enhance performance; fosters collaboration and a resident‑centered environment, ensuring empathy, respect, and cross‑functional success in all interactions.