Maintenance Porter: Clean, Grounds & Move-In Ready

MRK Partners; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Paid time off

Job summary

MRK Partners is hiring a Porter in Newark, NJ to maintain cleanliness and appearance across grounds, common areas, and offices, preparing vacated apartments for new residents. You will support the property team in ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for residents and visitors at Symphony Hall & Lincoln Park communities.

The role involves daily patrols, grounds maintenance, and janitorial tasks, with on-call responsibilities on weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of general maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations is preferred.
• Must be able to work a flex schedule and be on-call for emergencies on weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Requires the ability to read, speak and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Patrols property daily to identify areas in need of cleaning and completes required work—remove trash/debris from property grounds and common areas, keep the dumpster area clean, and vacuum, sweep and mop
• Restores vacated apartments to move-in condition for new residents—clean appliances, kitchen cabinets, sink and floors, bathroom—including toilet, tub, sink and floor, windows, front door, and performs touch-up painting as necessary
• Performs grounds maintenance, including weed removal, grass-cutting and planting, snow and leaf removal from property—sidewalks, walkways, steps and driveways/parking spaces
• Cleans property office as necessary—empty trash, vacuum carpets, clean bathroom and kitchen; Completes janitorial requirements in accordance with the janitorial schedule
• Assists maintenance technicians in performing preventive maintenance, capital improvements or satisfying work orders as needed

Skills

General maintenance experience

OSHA knowledge

English language proficiency

Reading and following directions

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MRK Partners is hiring a Porter in Newark, NJ to maintain cleanliness and appearance across grounds, common areas, and offices, preparing vacated apartments for new residents. You will support the property team in ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for residents and visitors at Symphony Hall & Lincoln Park communities.

The role involves daily patrols, grounds maintenance, and janitorial tasks, with on-call responsibilities on weekends, evenings, and holidays.