Open Porter Position- The Rocklyn

Bushburg Properties Inc•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Porter / Building Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall presentation of the property, creating a clean and welcoming environment for residents, guests, employees, and visitors. The role performs daily cleaning, janitorial work, common-area maintenance, trash removal, lobby support, restroom maintenance, and basic building upkeep. The Porter works with property management, maintenance, and cleaning teams to identify and address cleanliness or maintenance concerns, report building issues, and keep the property safe, organized, and presentable. This is a union position represented by 32BJ SEIU.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.
Hands-on experience using commercial or industrial cleaning equipment.
Knowledge of general cleaning, janitorial, and common-area maintenance procedures.
Ability to identify and report maintenance, safety, and building issues.
Good physical condition, stamina, and strength; ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift 40+ pounds throughout the workday.
Ability to work independently and prioritize daily responsibilities.
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional and courteous when interacting with residents, customers, vendors, technicians, and coworkers.
Familiarity with building security and safety procedures.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and evenings, when required.
Dependable, punctual, professional, and service-oriented.
Must wear the company-issued uniform while performing job duties.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Porter, Building Porter, Janitor, Custodian, Cleaner, or Maintenance Porter.
Experience working in residential buildings, commercial buildings, apartments, hotels, offices, or other facilities.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, and maintain hard-surface floors in common areas.
Vacuum carpets, rugs, hallways, and other designated areas.
Clean and maintain restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, floors, and fixtures.
Clean ceiling vents, baseboards, doors, walls, and other building surfaces as needed.
Remove trash and recycling from designated areas and dispose of waste properly.
Maintain entrances, lobbies, hallways, stairwells, elevators, and other common areas in clean and presentable condition.
Keep building entrances and public areas free of clutter, debris, and unnecessary obstructions.
Restock restroom supplies and monitor common areas, addressing cleanliness concerns promptly.
Assist with maintaining exterior areas, entrances, sidewalks, and other assigned property areas.
Provide professional, courteous assistance to residents, guests, visitors, and building staff, and support front lobby operations.
Respond promptly to spills, messes, cleaning emergencies, and other urgent situations.
Assist residents and staff with basic building-related requests when appropriate.
Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs, and identify and report damaged fixtures, equipment, furniture, flooring, walls, doors, and other property concerns.
Report maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor, assist with coordinating access for outside technicians when necessary, and communicate concerns or outstanding issues with repair work to management.
Place appropriate safety signage, including wet-floor and wet-paint signs, when necessary.
Follow safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals, equipment, and building materials, as well as building security, emergency, evacuation, and safety procedures.
Maintain inventory of cleaning and restroom supplies and notify management when supplies need replenishment or reordering.
Properly use and maintain commercial and industrial cleaning equipment, including vacuums, mops, and floor machines.
Keep cleaning closets, supply areas, and workspaces clean, organized, and secure; store chemicals and equipment according to company safety procedures.
Follow company, building, health, and safety policies; use PPE when required; and properly handle and dispose of trash, cleaning materials, and other waste.
Immediately report safety hazards, accidents, property damage, or other concerns to management and maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors, employees, and contractors.
Wear the company-issued uniform while performing job duties.
Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with the requirements of the 32BJ SEIU collective bargaining agreement.