Maintenance Porter

Russo Development; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid holiday time

Paid vacation time

Fitness center access

Job summary

Russo Development and Russo Property Management are seeking a Maintenance Porter at our Union, NJ property. You will help maintain grounds, leasing office, amenity spaces, building exteriors, common areas, and parking lots with a focus on customer service and reliability.

The ideal candidate has HS or GED, 1–2 years’ maintenance experience, and a service‑oriented, team‑minded attitude. On-call emergencies may be required.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Team player

Communication

On-call readiness

Education

HS / GED education

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

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 Union, 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.

Salary Description

$20/hour