What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian/Porter position at Bluestone Real Estate Services?
Bluestone Real Estate Services invites applications for a full-time Custodian/Porter. Bluestone Real Estate is a leading property management company dedicated to providing exceptional service and enhancing the experiences of our tenants. As an On-site Custodian/Porter, you will oversee the day-to-day maintenance of one or more Bluestone-managed properties. You will ensure the efficient maintenance of all aspects of the property, systems, vendor management, and maintain good relations with building tenants.
This position is located at the Forge in downtown Salem. The shift is 12:00PM - 6:00PM, days of week to be determined, but Saturdays will be required. The position may be expected to respond to after-hours emergencies.
General Duties
Daily Exterior Maintenance:
Required Qualifications
The ability to sit, stand, climb ladders, and walk is frequent. The ability to lift up to 60 lbs is occasional.
Bluestone Real Estate Services is an Equal Opportunity employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and respect. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, veterans, women, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and others who help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is located at the Forge in downtown Salem. The shift is 12:00PM - 6:00PM, days of week to be determined, but Saturdays will be required. The position may be expected to respond to after-hours emergencies.
General Duties
Daily Exterior Maintenance:
- Check the outside perimeter of the building for any urgent messes.
- Ensure trash rooms are clear; alert property manager if trash pickup is missed.
- Keep trash receptacles outside the property neat and tidy.
- Perform leaf removal on sidewalks and clean up litter, cigarette butts, gum, and pet waste daily.
- Dust exterior window mullions and remove cobwebs.
- Empty garbage cans in designated areas.
- Vacuum hallways, walk-off mats, and elevator mats.
- Clean elevator floors and glass entry doors.
- Check restrooms frequently. Clean as needed, unclog toilets, refill paper supplies.
- Disinfect high-touch surfaces such as mailboxes, door handles, and elevator buttons daily.
- Respond to tenant needs and concerns promptly.
- Clean elevators with stainless steel cleaner at least weekly.
- Dust baseboards, mop electrical rooms, and wash/clean recycling carts and compost carts as needed.
- Clean and organize storage rooms, lobby floors, and signs on the perimeter of the building weekly.
- Mop lobby floors and clean trash chute doors regularly.
- Quarterly HVAC filter cleaning.
- Provide access to outside vendors to spaces and the roof as needed.
- Program and deliver key fobs to tenants as needed.
- Perform spot painting, pressure washing, and light bulb replacement as needed.
- Report any building damage promptly.
- Monitor and report security concerns promptly.
- Assist property manager with small projects as required.
- Perform snow removal and spread ice melt around the property as needed during winter months.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in janitorial or maintenance work preferred.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects and perform repetitive tasks.
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and supplies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to sit, stand, climb ladders, and walk is frequent. The ability to lift up to 60 lbs is occasional.
Bluestone Real Estate Services is an Equal Opportunity employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and respect. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, veterans, women, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and others who help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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