Porter​/Janitor

Overview

Related Affordable spearheads initiatives to preserve and enhance the nation’s affordable housing supply. With over 50 years of experience in financing, preservation, and rehabilitation innovation, Related Affordable manages one of the largest affordable housing portfolios in the United States. We are committed to the principle that everyone deserves a quality home and tirelessly strive to fulfill this mission in communities nationwide.

As a Porter, you will be essential to the daily upkeep and appearance of our communities, ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of the building’s common areas. Under the direction of the Property Manager, you will maintain a safe, well‑maintained, and inviting environment for residents and visitors.

• 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.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 1–2 years of janitorial, cleaning, or porter experience in residential or commercial settings.
• Basic knowledge of light maintenance tasks is a plus.
• Snow removal and landscaping experience is 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.

Salary: $18.00 per hour – $20.00 per hour. Additional performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package may apply based on qualifications and experience.

• Paid time off (19+ days).
• Customizable total rewards package with medical, vision and dental options, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave and disability programs.
• Mental health resources, including counseling.
• Fertility benefits (e.g., surrogacy, adoption assistance).
• Paid time off to volunteer and matching charitable donations.
• Learning & training programs, tuition and certification reimbursement, internal advancement opportunities, and more.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive culture with competitive compensation aligned with experience and market standards.

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