Porter - EVERGREEN 2026

Colonial Group; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Newark, NJ, seeks a maintenance/ janitorial professional to perform building cleaning, repairs, and property upkeep. You will handle trash removal, recycling compliance, and floor care for interior and exterior areas.

The role requires 1-2 years of maintenance/construction experience, ability to work in various weather, and capacity to lift up to 100 lbs as needed. Must maintain a professional demeanor with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures
• Ability to interact with residents and handle complaints with reasonable discretion
• Floor care knowledge
• ALC lead paint certification
• Ability to interact with residents with reasonable discretion

Responsibilities

• Remove garbage and recycling and prepare for sanitation pick-up
• Comply with all building-wide recycling obligations, including checking and sorting recycling items when necessary
• Sweep, mop, buff and wax all interior public halls, stairwells and lobby area
• Sweep and wash all sidewalks and exterior passageways
• Assist with preparation of occupancy for vacant apartments
• Perform minor repairs
• Maintain workshop and storage area in a clean, neat and orderly fashion
• Keep company tools, equipment properly maintained and in good working order
• Consistently maintain a professional, courteous attitude with residents and coworkers
• Work with Superintendent and Staff to complete assignments timely
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures
• Experience with snow removal and power floor cleaner, carpet shampoo machine, power drain cleaner etc.

Skills

Janitorial basics

Floor care

Snow removal

Resident interaction

Heavy lifting

Job description

Areas of Responsibility:

• Remove garbage and recycling and prepare for sanitation pick-up
• Knowledge of e cycle regulations
• Comply with all building-wide recycling obligations, including checking and sorting recycling items when necessary
• Sweep, mop, buff and wax all interior public halls, stairwells and lobby area
• Sweep and wash all sidewalks and exterior passageways
• Assist with preparation of occupancy for vacant apartments
• Perform minor repairs
• Performing additional duties as deemed necessary by the Superintendent
• Appropriately notify the Superintendent if service requests cannot be completed.
• Maintain workshop and storage area in a clean, neat and orderly fashion.
• Keep Company tools, equipment properly maintained and in good working order.
• Responsible for physical maintenance and appearance of vacant units, public areas, hallways, grounds maintenance areas, offices, laundry areas
• Consistently maintain a professional, courteous attitude when dealing with residents, co-workers and the general public.
• Work with Superintendent and Staff to complete assignments timely.
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.
• Experience with snow removal and power floor cleaner, carpet shampoo machine, power drain cleaner etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to function both inside and outside in all types of weather.
• Medium to heavy work requiring prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and lifting to a maximum of 100 lbs., with frequent lifting and carrying up to 50lbs.
• Good eye/hand coordination essential

Minimum Experience Required:

• 1-2 years’ experience in maintenance and/or construction is ideal

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures
• Ability to interact with residents and handle complaints with reasonable discretion
• Floor care knowledge
• ALC lead paint certification
• Ability to interact with residents with reasonable discretion