Porter

Dwelling Place Properties, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hands-on experience in property管理

Job summary

Dwelling Place Properties is seeking a part-time Porter to clean public areas and exterior property daily, maintain a fresh-smelling environment, and assist the staff as needed to manage the property efficiently.

The role includes trash removal, carpet care, floor maintenance, and reporting any equipment issues to the superintendent. Candidates should be reliable, organized, and capable of multitasking in a team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior custodial or cleaning experience preferred.
• Customer service skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Able to multi-task and work in a team.
• Able to read and interpret documents; write reports.
• Able to work 25-30 hours; weekly schedule may change.

Responsibilities

• Clean the public areas of the building and exterior property daily according to the schedule.
• Pick up trash, litter, cigarette butts and pet droppings from grounds.
• Report defective or broken equipment to the superintendent.
• Manage garbage and recyclables; use compactor as needed.
• Shampoo carpets and strip/wax tile floors per instructions.
• Assist superintendent with tasks or repairs when needed.
• Perform snow and ice removal.
• Notify superintendent about issues such as vandalism or broken lights.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Reading/ writing procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary The porter is responsible to clean the public areas of the building and the exterior property on a daily basis. The building should always be clean and smell fresh. The Porter will also assist the rest of the staff, as directed, in their efforts to manage the property in an efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform the daily cleaning of the building in accordance with the schedule prepared by the building superintendent. Pick up trash, litter, cigarette butts and pet droppings from the grounds.
• Clean the backyard and pick up trash from the planters.
• Report any defective or broken equipment to the superintendent immediately.
• Take down the garbage from all floors to the compactor room, clean the garbage rooms and work the compactor.
• Take out the garbage and separate the recyclables in accordance with Sanitation Department guidelines.
• Pick up trash on the floors, remove stains from carpets, clean marks on the walls in the hallways and proactively correct cleanliness problems when they first appear.
• Clean the windows throughout the building.
• Assist the Superintendent when he needs help performing a task or a repair.
• Shampoo the carpets in the hallways.
• Strip and wax tile floors in the building per the Superintendents instructions. Buff and polish the waxed floors on a weekly basis to maintain the shine.
• Perform snow and ice removal.
• Notify the superintendent about burned out light bulbs, broken equipment in the building, vandalism, graffiti or any suspicious activity.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Prior custodial or cleaning experience preferred
• Customer service skills
• Good organization skills
• Able to multi-task
• Able to work in a team environment and take direction from supervisor
• Able to read and interpret documents such as procedures, work instructions
• Able to write required reports
• Able to work 25-30 hours; weekly schedule may change as required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Able to operate equipment, machinery and tools (wrenches, hammer, broom, snips, hand trucks, step ladders, blowers, shovels, etc…)
• Constantly required to be on feet/standing
• Regularly required to communicate with staff, visitors and residents.
• Frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequently required to walk; sit; balance; crouch; push and pull objects; bend; and reach with hands and arms. Climb ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds; and occasionally lift/carry up to 100 pound (heavier lifts will normally be made with the assistance of a co-worker).
• Close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment includes climatic exposure to heat and cold (outside work), noise, vibration, heights, enclosed spaces, cleaning agents, dust and other household irritants.

Company Description

About Us
Dwelling Place Properties is a dynamic and growing property management company committed to providing high-quality housing and exceptional service to our residents. We manage a diverse portfolio of residential properties and pride ourselves on maintaining well-operated communities, strong tenant relationships, and efficient internal operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment
• Hands-on experience in property management
• Ongoing training and development

Open Positions May Include

• Property Managers
• Assistant Property Managers
• Leasing Agents
• Maintenance Technicians
• Maintenance Supervisors
• Administrative Support Staff

Key Responsibilities (vary by role)

• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and applicants
• Manage daily property operations and tenant relations
• Coordinate leasing activities, including showings and applications
• Oversee maintenance requests and ensure timely completion
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Support team members and contribute to overall property performance

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fa