Maintenance Porter

Russo Property Management; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Life Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Fitness center access

Job summary

Russo Development and Russo Property Management is seeking an experienced Maintenance Porter for our property in New Brunswick, NJ. The role focuses on maintaining grounds, leasing office, amenity spaces, exteriors, common areas, and parking lots while delivering excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate has HS/GED and 1–2 years of maintenance or related experience, a proactive, team-oriented attitude, and strong communication with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• HS / GED education required.
• 1–2 years of maintenance or related experience.
• Customer service oriented with professional demeanor.
• Ability to communicate clearly with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Remove trash and recycling from the building and transport to outside dumpster areas daily.
• Remove trash from the community’s perimeter daily.
• Assist in apartment make-ready process.
• Assist in the proper clearing of snow during a snow event.
• Respond to after-hours on-call emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Education

HS / GED education

Job description

At Russo Development and Russo Property Management, we build more than properties - we build inspiration and purpose. As a privately held, family‑owned company with over 50 years of success, our legacy includes more than 6,500 luxury apartment homes, 60+ industrial projects, and a growing data center portfolio across northern New Jersey.

Our team is guided by our core CARES values – Character, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service – which shape how we work, lead, and serve. In 2023, Russo Property Management was proud to be named the Top Management Company for Market Rate Apartments by the New Jersey Apartment Association.

If you’re passionate about quality, community, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you.

Russo Property Management is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Porter with excellent customer service skills. The Maintenance Porter is responsible for assisting with maintaining the physical grounds, leasing office, amenity spaces, building exteriors, common areas, and parking lots.

The candidate chosen for the position will be placed at our luxurious property located in New Brunswick, NJ.

Position Responsibilities

• Remove trash and recycling from the building and transport to outside dumpster areas daily.
• Remove trash from the community’s perimeter daily.
• Assist in apartment make‑ready process.
• Assist in the proper clearing of snow during a snow event.
• Respond to after‑hours on‑call emergencies.

Requirements

• HS / GED education
• 1‑2 years of maintenance or related experience
• Customer service first attitude.
• Professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor.
• Proactive self‑starter and a team‑player.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents and staff.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to respond to on‑call emergencies at the property

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid holiday time
• Paid vacation time
• Free access to fitness centers

EEO: Russo Development / Russo Property Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.