A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Full-Time Day Porter - Apartment Building Jidan Cleaning - 2.6 Trenton, NJ Job Details Full-time $15.92 - $16.00 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Customer communication Customer service Sanitation Window cleaning OSHA Safety Certification Porter experience Full Job Description Please Read the Entire Job Description Before Applying Full-Time Day Porter -
Apartment Building Company:
Jidan Cleaning Position:
Day Porter Location:
Trenton, NJ area
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00
PM Employment Type:
Full-Time Pay Schedule:
Bi-weekly Pay Rate:
Based on experience Job Summary Jidan Cleaning is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Full-Time Day Porter to support daily cleaning and upkeep at an apartment building in the Trenton, NJ area. This position plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, guests, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, able to work independently, and takes pride in keeping common areas clean and well-maintained throughout the day. Key Responsibilities Maintain cleanliness of building common areas, including lobbies, hallways, elevators, stairwells, leasing office areas, and shared spaces. Clean and restock restrooms as needed. Sweep, mop, vacuum, and spot clean floors throughout the shift. Empty trash and replace liners in common areas. Clean glass doors, entryways, and high-touch surfaces. Wipe down surfaces, furniture, fixtures, and common area touchpoints. Monitor and clean laundry rooms, mailrooms, trash rooms, and amenity spaces as assigned. Pick up debris around interior and exterior common areas as needed. Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, supply needs, or unusual activity to management. Assist with maintaining a neat and organized janitor closet and cleaning supplies. Follow all building-specific cleaning standards, safety procedures, and security requirements. Provide professional and courteous service when interacting with residents, property staff, and visitors. Qualifications Prior commercial cleaning, janitorial, or day porter experience preferred. Experience working in apartment buildings, multifamily communities, or commercial properties is a plus. Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work the assigned schedule consistently. Ability to work independently and stay on task throughout the shift. Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work. Professional attitude and respectful communication. Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive cleaning tasks for extended periods. Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds when needed. Expectations As a Day Porter, you are expected to help maintain the building throughout the day, not just complete one-time cleaning tasks. This includes checking common areas regularly, responding to cleaning needs as they come up, and keeping the property looking presentable during active business hours. Because this is a resident-facing environment, professionalism is very important. You may come into contact with residents, property staff, vendors, and visitors while working. A respectful attitude, neat appearance, and good communication are required. Core Values in Action At Jidan Cleaning, we are proud to be: Professional Dependable Trustworthy Enthusiastic Team Players Customer & Job Focused Accountable These values guide how we show up for our clients, their residents, and one another every day. Why Join Jidan Cleaning? Full-time, steady daytime schedule. Opportunity to work at a professional apartment community. Supportive team environment. Be part of a trusted company with strong values. Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company. Background Screening At Jidan Cleaning, professionalism and safety are top priorities. Depending on the client location where you are assigned, a background check and/or drug screening may be required as part of the hiring process. Some clients require these screenings as part of their own safety and compliance standards. If a screening is required, we will guide you through the process and support you every step of the way.
