Porter
Overview
Building cleaning workers – including porters, janitors, maids, housekeeping cleaners, window washers and rug shampooers – keep premises of commercial or institutional buildings in clean and orderly condition. The position involves a variety of tasks such as:
- Cleans offices, bathrooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and locker rooms and other work areas
- Wet- or dry-mop floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, removing rubbish, pressure washing, gum and graffiti removal
- Make minor repairs, painting and carpentry, replenish bathroom supplies, landscaping and snow removal
- Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floor, lighting fixtures, marble surfaces, and trim
- Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies
- Dusts furniture and equipment
- Replaces light bulbs
- Transports small equipment or tools between departments
- Sets up tables and chairs in auditorium, meeting rooms or hall
Requirements
This position requires a High School Diploma / GED, or equivalent work experience.
1 year of required prior experience in working on a commercial or multi-unit residential property
Skills
- Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions
- Teamwork - contributes to building a positive team spirit
- Ethics - treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values
- Organizational support - follows policies and procedures
- Safety and security - observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
Computer and Smart Phone Literacy
Required. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, for all work-related responsibilities. Multilingual skills are a plus.
About Brookfield Properties
About Brookfield Properties cares about the well-being and work-life balance of our valued associates! To show how much we care, we offer awesome incentives that include:
- Full benefits package
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Incredible associate rental discount if you choose to live on-site!
We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.