Cleaner

Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 40hrs | Princeton, NJ

About the Role

At Conifer Realty, being a Cleaner means more than maintaining a building — it means caring for a community. Your work ensures that every hallway shines, every space feels cared for, and every family feels proud to call this place home. If you’re detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in creating clean, comfortable spaces, you’ll find this is more than a job; it’s meaningful work that helps families thrive.

Requirements

• 1+ years of custodial or janitorial experience (apartment or facility cleaning a plus).
• A high school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Knowledge of cleaning products, safety procedures, and environmental hazards.
• Good communication and customer-service skills to interact with residents, visitors, and team members.
• Time-management skills and the ability to shift tasks as priorities change.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance for scheduled shifts.
• OSHA or hazardous materials training a plus; we’ll help you build your skills with ongoing safety training.

Responsibilities

• Keep common areas spotless — sweep, mop, vacuum, polish, and disinfect throughout hallways, laundry rooms, restrooms, and community spaces.
• Maintain curb appeal — help with groundskeeping, trash removal, and light outdoor tasks as assigned.
• Support the team — assist maintenance staff with apartment clean-outs, light painting, bulb changes, and basic upkeep.
• Prioritize safety — follow proper storage and handling of cleaning materials and report any maintenance or environmental issues immediately.
• Show care — ensure residents and guests always experience a clean, welcoming environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews.
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts.
• Retirement plans with company match.
• Incentive-driven wellness program; earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance.
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities.
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact.

About the Company

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.