Groundskeeper & Porter

Employment Type

Full-Time

Location

Yonkers, NY

Reports To

Resident Superintendent and Property Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Groundskeeper & Porter to maintain the exterior curb appeal and supporting operations of our co-op community. In this role, you will be the face of the building's first impression, ensuring the grounds are pristine, safe, and welcoming for our residents.

This is a dynamic role that primarily focuses on outdoor upkeep but offers excellent variety by assisting our indoor maintenance team and filling in for building porters when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Exterior & Landscape Maintenance: Perform general landscaping duties including trimming hedges, weeding garden beds, raking leaves, and clearing debris from walkways and courtyards.
• Waste Management: Manage daily garbage, recycling, and bulk trash removal. Ensure all disposal areas are clean, organized, and compliant with local sanitation codes.
• Seasonal Snow Removal: Shovel, blow, and salt sidewalks, entryways, and driveways during winter weather events to ensure resident safety.
• Team Support: Assist building Porters and the Superintendent with heavy lifting, moving supplies, and various indoor/outdoor maintenance projects.
• Coverage & Shift Fill-ins: Occasionally step in to cover Porter shifts within the co-op buildings, handling light indoor cleaning, hallway vacuuming, and mopping as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, and building maintenance is highly preferred. Green thumbs encouraged to apply.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, bend. Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, rain, ice & snow).
• Reliability: Punctuality and dependable attendance are critical, especially during emergency snow removal situations.
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