Facilities / Apartment Cleaner

GY Properties is a U.S. real estate company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, specializing in acquisition, development, construction and in-house management of multifamily residential properties and high-end residential condominiums. GY Properties has been doing business for more than 30 years in the Philadelphia region.

At GY Properties our mission is to create homes and communities by focusing on location, wellness, and innovation for our residents and investors. Our core values include treating our residents, employees, and investors with respect and honesty, being accountable, innovating, and working together inclusively.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Apartment/ Facilities Cleaner to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of our residential apartment communities. This role is essential in creating a welcoming and sanitary environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The Facilities Cleaner will be responsible for cleaning all common areas, the leasing office, and preparing vacant units for new residents during turn and make-ready periods.

Primary Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize common areas including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, community rooms, gyms, rooftop decks, and restrooms.
• Maintain the leasing office by cleaning floors, surfaces, windows, and restrooms.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents by deep cleaning kitchens, bathrooms, floors, windows, and appliances.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum all flooring types throughout the property.
• Empty trash bins and replace liners across all areas.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and railings.
• Wipe down entry doors, mailbox areas, and glass surfaces.
• Restock restroom and cleaning supplies; report when new supplies are needed.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure cleanliness and report maintenance issues.
• Dust baseboards, vents, window sills, blinds, and ceiling fans.
• Spot-clean walls, doors, and furniture as needed.
• Clean behind large fixtures and disinfect trash bins.
• Maintain outdoor areas by picking up debris, sweeping walkways, and cleaning outdoor furniture.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Adherence to the company's mission and values in all aspects of the job.
• Prior cleaning or janitorial experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to meet all regulatory and compliance standards for employment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Responsive and open to feedback and growth.
• Effective communication with all stakeholders, including employees, management, tenants and other departments.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background screening (and effective June 1, 2026 a pre-employment drug screening).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility to move around the property, including moderate to prolonged periods of walking, climbing stairs, ramps, or stepladders, bending, crouching, kneeling, crawling in performance of assigned duties.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and objects up to 75 pounds.
• Seeing to perform visual inspections of property assets, identify cleanliness issues, read labels and instructions, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Hearing to respond to verbal instructions, communicate with residents and staff, and recognize important sounds such as alarms, equipment alerts, or unusual noises.

The compensation for this position ranges from $16 -19/hour commensurate with qualifications and experience. This full-time position is not exempt from overtime pay under federal and state wage and hour laws, which means that it is eligible for overtime time pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek. GY Properties offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, generous vacation and paid time off, an employee referral program, complementary employee parking, and opportunities for continuing education and training.

GY Properties currently requires the COVID-19 vaccination for all employees, other than those with religious or medical exemptions. This is a full-time in-office position.

Join our dynamic team! If you are a motivated individual with a passion for cleanliness and a job well done, and a team player, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!