Overview:

CYM Living LLC - Where caring meets innovation. We are a national real estate firm with corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN, and just outside of New York City. Our mission is to provide our residents with an exceptional living experience, nurture a culture of community, and empower growth from within. As a vertically integrated firm, we lead operations by taking a hands-on approach to real estate investment and property management. We accomplish our mission by incorporating data and technology with hyperlocal customer service to all units.

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Custodian to support the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of our residential properties.

This role is part of the Work Order Team (WOT) and builds on traditional custodial responsibilities. While the primary focus remains maintaining clean and well-kept properties, this position also supports unit turns and work orders that go beyond routine upkeep, including painting, deep cleaning, and apartment preparation.

This is a hands-on, highly mobile role that requires traveling between properties throughout the day based on business needs. The WOT Custodian is expected to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and respond to daily assignments with a sense of urgency.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining clean buildings while also being comfortable stepping in to prepare apartments for new residents when needed.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Maintain cleanliness of assigned residential properties, including hallways, stairwells, basements, laundry rooms, and other common areas
Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain floors using appropriate equipment and materials
Remove trash, debris, and refuse from interior and exterior areas
Clean and disinfect common areas, fixtures, and shared spaces
Perform seasonal snow and ice removal from walkways and parking areas
Assist with general groundskeeping, including grass cutting and minor landscaping
Complete daily work orders assigned by the Custodial Supervisor
Support unit turns and apartment preparation as needed, including detailed cleaning, trash-outs, and ensuring units meet rent-ready standards
Perform interior painting as part of unit turns and work orders, including touch-ups, surface preparation, and full unit repaints as needed
Assist with deeper cleaning and specialty tasks, including carpet shampooing, appliance cleaning, power washing, and pest-related cleanup
Support light maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs, minor repairs, and assisting with appliance moves
Work is organized throughout the week by task type to help with efficiency and consistency. Depending on the day, assignments may include touch-up painting, light bulb replacements, appliance moves, carpet shampooing, or minor landscaping
Trash-outs and full unit cleanouts are typically handled on designated days to allow for focused completion, unless urgent needs require immediate attention
Travel between multiple properties throughout the workday based on assignments and priorities
Transport tools, equipment, and materials between properties as needed
Accurately document and track work orders, ensuring timely completion
Track time daily using the company timekeeping system
Follow all company safety and security procedures
Participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends as scheduled
Assist with additional operational needs as they arise, including support during inspections, evictions, or high-volume periods

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior custodial, janitorial, facilities, property maintenance, or unit turn experience preferred
Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety standards
Basic painting skills, including surface preparation, patching, and touch-up work preferred
Ability to complete apartment unit turns, including painting, cleaning, and trash-outs, with minimal supervision
Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and respond to daily assignments across multiple locations
Strong time management and organizational skills
Regular attendance and punctuality
Valid driver’s license
Access to a reliable automobile; a vehicle capable of transporting equipment and materials is strongly preferred
Ability to travel between properties throughout the day
Availability to participate in an on-call rotation

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing stairs for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds, including transporting materials, equipment, and debris, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as painting, cleaning, and unit cleanouts
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, paint products, maintenance equipment, and outdoor elements
Must be able to pass background screening

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Fitness and Well-Being Program
Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Generous Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Time, and Paid Holidays

SALARY RANGE: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the Custodian role at CYM Living. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team.

How to Apply:

CYM Living LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Custodian - Work Order & Unit Turn Support