Janitorial Technician (Immediate Start)

Porter / Maintenance Assistant

Department: Property Management & Maintenance

Schedule: Full-time

A&K Elite Real Estate Services is seeking a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Custodian / Janitorial Technician to support the cleanliness, appearance, and overall upkeep of a growing portfolio consisting of more than 270 residential and commercial units across 10 properties. This position is responsible for maintaining common areas, assisting with exterior property upkeep, identifying maintenance concerns, and helping ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, tenants, visitors, and staff.

A high level of personal accountability, attention to detail, professionalism, and self-pride is mandatory. We are seeking an individual who consistently holds themselves to high standards and does not require constant supervision to identify areas that need attention. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive, dependable, and understands that cleanliness, organization, and curb appeal directly impact resident satisfaction, tenant retention, leasing success, and property value.

Interior Cleaning & Maintenance

Clean and maintain common areas including hallways, lobbies, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, fitness centers, community rooms, leasing offices, and other shared spaces.

Remove cobwebs, fingerprints, smudges, stains, and debris from common areas.

Clean interior glass, windows, mirrors, doors, and entryways.

Maintain laundry facilities and report equipment concerns.

Monitor and maintain cleanliness of package rooms, storage areas, utility rooms, and maintenance spaces.

Assist with apartment turnover cleaning and preparation as needed.

Maintain building entrances to ensure a clean and welcoming appearance.

Perform snow and ice removal from sidewalks, entrances, stairways, and designated areas during winter weather events.

Property Inspections & Reporting

Conduct routine inspections of common areas and property grounds.

Identify and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, vandalism, lease violations, and potential liability issues.

Submit work orders through company software when maintenance issues are identified.

Report supply shortages and equipment needs promptly.

Assist with documenting property conditions through inspection reports and photographs.

Notify management of any concerns requiring immediate attention.

Resident & Tenant Support

Interact professionally and courteously with residents, tenants, vendors, visitors, and staff.

Provide excellent customer service while maintaining professional boundaries.

Assist maintenance staff with property preparation for inspections, tours, vendor visits, and special events.

Help ensure residents and tenants have a positive experience within the communities we manage.

Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Properly handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Maintain clean, organized, and safe janitorial storage areas.

Immediately report safety concerns, accidents, or incidents.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to travel between multiple properties throughout the portfolio.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs, and perform physical labor throughout the workday.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Prior custodial, janitorial, porter, groundskeeping, or property maintenance experience.

Experience working within apartment communities, commercial properties, or property management environments.

Familiarity with work order systems and property management software.

Basic understanding of building maintenance and safety practices.

Full-Time Position

Monday through Friday schedule

Travel between multiple properties is required

Performance Expectations

Complete daily cleaning and inspection routes efficiently and thoroughly.

Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and personal responsibility for the appearance of each property.

Take pride in their work and understand that their efforts directly impact resident satisfaction and property value.

Contribute positively to resident satisfaction, tenant retention, and leasing success.

At A&K Elite Real Estate Services, we believe cleanliness, organization, and presentation are not simply tasks-they are a direct reflection of our company and our commitment to the owners, residents, and tenants we serve.

We expect every team member to take personal pride in their work, maintain exceptionally high standards, and continually look for ways to improve the appearance and condition of the properties under our care.