Summary: The part-time Cleaner/ Grounds individual is responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep of the property while promoting company mission, values, and culture, as well as acting with the highest level of ethical decision-making at all times. Essential Functions: 

• Schedules, coordinates, monitors, and performs all janitorial and outside grounds maintenance at designated site.
• Documents daily maintenance activity including problems encountered, work completed and status updates.
• Responsible for trash removal, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and wiping down areas.
• Maintains cleanliness of common areas including hallways, stairways, community rooms and bathrooms daily.
• Assists with preparing apartments for move in of future tenants as needed.
• Physically walks and inspects the property and grounds daily and maintains proper cleanliness and curb appeal.
• Performs snow removal as needed: Operates equipment to perform landscaping duties, including snow removal, both shoveling and snow blowing.
• Performs errands and transports materials if required by the property.
• Maintains structural integrity of the buildings by performing exterior maintenance, such as painting, and garbage removal.
• Performs light janitorial maintenance of buildings and community center.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of applicable supplies and equipment.
• Inspects, schedules and/or performs minor and routine maintenance on all janitorial and outdoor equipment as needed.
• Maintains a preventative maintenance log pertaining to responsibilities.
• Reports all liability, property incidents, worker injuries, accidents, emergencies, code violations, and legal and compliance directives to appropriate supervisor and/or corporate contact.

 Other Functions:

•  Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
• Communicates professionally, respectfully and collaboratively as well as acts with the highest standards of ethical conduct at all times.     

Mental and Physical Demands:

• Must be willing to contribute to harmonious and professional workplace environment, in which all individuals are treated with respect, supporting and upholding our zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or other prohibited conduct.
• Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, organizational, time management, and verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally with residents, emergency providers and outside contractors.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude, skillful use of equipment and tools, and have physical and manual dexterity skills.
• Must have computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to navigate the Internet.
• Required use of a personal cell phone.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and New York State motor vehicle insurance along with reliable transportation.
• Must be able to manage a flexible schedule including overtime and be on-call as needed.
• Must be able to walk, move and transport up to 100 lb. loads, bend, stoop, climb stairs, access, and work in confined spaces as well as at heights in excess of 20 feet and have the mobility required to use ladders.
• Performs other duties as assigned and commits to promoting company culture, mission and values.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities except as may be assigned from time to time.

 Core Competencies/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years’ multifamily or construction site management preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience related to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliance, HVAC, and building systems preferred
• Knowledge of USDA, HUD, REAC, DHCR, or other regulatory agency inspections, investors, owners, local fire, city, county, or state inspections preferred.

Why join our team?

We are a regional leader in affordable housing and real estate development, consulting, brokerage services, and property management. 

We have been recognized as a winner of RBJ’s Excellence in Construction and Real Estate, as well as being recognized as a multiple winner of the Top Workplaces in Rochester. 

Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd. and Cornerstone Property Managers, LLC are committed to ongoing principles of creating diverse, equitable and inclusive strategies when selecting our employees, collaborating with partners and engaging with tenants at the properties we manage.

RCG/CPM is dedicated to assisting employees in managing their careers and reaching their professional goals through promotion and transfer opportunities. RCG/CPM encourages employees and supervisors to discuss job performance on a frequent and ongoing basis. 

RCG/CPM offers an outstanding working environment with competitive salaries and benefits packages, 401k (employer contribution), and profit-sharing plans. 

Our Mission: We are committed to developing, preserving and managing affordable housing that enhances the lives of our residents.

Our Values: We foster an innovative and inclusive environment where integrity is the Cornerstone.

Our People and Culture: RCG/CPM is committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our Company. 

It is the policy of RCG/CPM to maintain a harmonious and professional workplace environment that promotes efficiency, positive employee morale and promotes a professional image. RCG/CPM is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect.

RCG/CPM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at RCG/CPM are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Join our team and make a difference

*Job descriptions are not an exhaustive list of duties; other tasks consistent with the scope and intent of the position may also be required.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply We are excited to look over your credentials and will reach out if we'd like to schedule an interview. Thank you

About Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd.:

Formed in 1990, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group has become a true leader in affordable housing development in New York State. Since being formed, Cornerstone has created or preserved more than 3,000 units of affordable housing across New York State and extending into Pennsylvania. These projects serve a wide range of people, including families, the elderly, individuals with mobility impairments or people with developmental disabilities. Cornerstone has also brokered dozens of commercial properties in the region, ranging from professional office space to vacant land to industrial parks, as well as developed multiple commercial properties, from new construction to historic renovation.

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