Porter
About The Position
At MRK, the Porter maintains the cleanliness, appearance, and upkeep of the property, including grounds, common areas, interior spaces, and offices. The role helps keep offices, bathrooms, and shared spaces clean and sanitary to provide a positive, welcoming environment for residents and visitors. The Porter also prepares vacated apartments for new residents by restoring them to move-in condition. This position supports MRK’s Symphony Hall and Lincoln Park communities in Newark, New Jersey, which comprise 126 residential units. The Porter may assist with maintenance work and support other properties within the portfolio as needed, including travel of up to 10% of the time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- One year of general maintenance experience preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and be on call for emergencies on weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English.
- Ability to follow directions and work independently in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- ANSI-approved steel-toe or composite shoes required.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Reliable transportation required.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time to assist at other properties as needed.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of general maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Patrol the property daily, identify areas requiring cleaning, and remove trash and debris from grounds and common areas.
- Keep the dumpster area clean and vacuum, sweep, and mop as needed.
- Restore vacated apartments to move-in condition by cleaning appliances, kitchen cabinets, sinks, floors, bathrooms, windows, and front doors, and performing touch-up painting as necessary.
- Maintain grounds, including removing weeds, cutting grass, planting, and clearing snow and leaves from sidewalks, walkways, steps, driveways, and parking spaces.
- Clean the property office as necessary, including emptying trash, vacuuming carpets, and cleaning the bathroom and kitchen.
- Complete janitorial duties according to the janitorial schedule.
- Assist maintenance technicians with preventive maintenance, capital improvements, and work orders as needed.
- Assist with other properties within the portfolio and surrounding portfolios as needed.
Benefits
- Full medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off accrued based on years of service.
- Supplemental insurance for employees and families.
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling.
- Additional paid day off for community or charitable service.
- Approximately fourteen paid holidays per year.
- A supportive working environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
