Porter (Bronx, Manhatten)

NYC, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.00 - $18.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

flexible schedule

Employee assistance program

team environment

Job Description

HSNY is a reputable organization dedicated to maintaining high living standards across its residential properties. As a full-time employer with a strong commitment to creating safe and welcoming environments, HSNY values teamwork, professionalism, and quality service. Located and operating within the residential property management industry, HSNY oversees operations that ensure the upkeep and maintenance of its properties to guarantee residents' satisfaction and safety. The company prides itself on fostering a cooperative work culture where employees collaborate to enhance the overall property experience. HSNY offers competitive compensation with pay ranging from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour for the role of Porter, reflecting the organization's respect for dedicated maintenance personnel.

The Porter at HSNY operates under the direct supervision of the Director of Buildings and the Director of Operations, with primary responsibility for the maintenance and care of the grounds, parking areas, and common facilities of residential properties. This position is integral to upholding the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appeal of all communal spaces, thereby enhancing the living experience for residents. The Porter’s duties encompass a broad range of cleaning and upkeep tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash, and monitoring safety hazards such as wet floors. In collaboration with maintenance and operations leadership, the Porter also assists with general property repairs and upkeep activities.

Beyond the technical responsibilities, the Porter fosters a spirit of teamwork and open communication with other team members and residents, ensuring that maintenance-related concerns are identified and quickly addressed. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining safety and cleanliness. HSNY expects Porters to perform with professionalism, reliability, and flexibility, including the willingness to work weekends or holidays if necessary. This position represents an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in housekeeping, custodial services, or groundskeeping who seek to grow within a dynamic and supportive property management environment. Through their daily efforts, Porters contribute directly to maintaining the welcoming atmosphere and operational standards that HSNY proudly upholds.

Job Requirements

Minimum high school education or equivalent
Three to five years of porter experience
Experience in full-time housekeeping, custodial, or gardening/grounds keeping position
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Physical ability to perform heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, balancing, and carrying
Adherence to work-safety and risk management programs
Professional and reliable
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays if needed
OSHA certification

Job Qualifications

Minimum high school education or equivalent
Three to five years of porter experience
Experience in a housekeeping, custodial, or gardening/grounds keeping position
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well with other personnel as well as comprehend and troubleshoot residents’ maintenance-related issues
Professional and reliable
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays if needed
OSHA certification
Ability to physically lift up to 100 lbs
Customer service skills
Oral and written communication abilities
Adaptability to work site changes and staff needs

Job Duties

Daily cleaning of all common areas including community room, fitness area, elevators, elevator lobbies, laundry centers, hallways and model unit as designated by the Property Manager
Sweep all assigned areas, stairways, halls, laundry centers, building entrances and common areas
Wet mop and vacuum all public areas stairways, hallways, laundry centers, building entrances and common areas
Always post safety/caution warnings such as ‘Slippery When Wet’
Empty garbage containers in all common areas
Dust all furniture and fixtures in the common areas
Report all notable concerns such as vandalism, missing light bulbs or fixtures, missing smoke detectors or extinguishers in the common areas to the Maintenance Supervisor
Keep the property, trash receptacle areas, hallways, common areas, garages and/or parking lots, in a neat and orderly manner preventing trash or debris from accumulating—monitoring at the beginning of the morning shift and continually throughout the day for trash and debris
Vacuum and/or blow clear hallways, parking areas and/or breezeways two or three times a week as needed depending on the property
Assist or perform all work associated with the maintenance of the building at the direction of the Superintendent/Director of Operations