Full-Time Overnight Cleaner (Sat-Wed, 11PM-6AM)
ComstockOvernight porter work isn't for everyone. The shift runs 11PM to 6AM, Saturday through Wednesday, and the job is exactly what it sounds like: keeping common areas clean, presentable, and safe while most people are asleep. If that schedule suits your life, this role with Comstock's ParkX team in Reston, VA is worth a serious look.
What You'll Actually Do
The bulk of your shift covers the common areas: lobbies, restrooms, sidewalks, and public spaces. You'll run through daily cleaning checklists, handle trash removal, pressure wash assigned areas, and keep janitorial closets organized and hazard-free. When events happen on-site, you'll help with setup and breakdown, which can shift the pace of your night considerably. You're also the eyes on the property during off-hours. If you spot a maintenance issue, a safety hazard, or something that needs management's attention, you document it and pass it along. End-of-shift handoff paperwork is part of the job, not an afterthought.
You'll work with cleaning chemicals regularly, so understanding safe handling and proper storage matters. Equipment care is part of the role too. You're expected to flag damage early rather than push a failing machine through another shift.
What You Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a clean record
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stay on your feet for extended periods
- Comfort working outdoors in variable weather conditions
- Reliability. Overnight shifts depend on people showing up.
- A professional, courteous manner with staff, tenants, and visitors at any hour
- Ability to work independently without close supervision
A Realistic Look at the Role
The overnight schedule is the biggest factor here. It's a fixed shift, not rotating, so if you're someone who functions well at night, that consistency is actually an asset. The physical demands are real: stairs, crouching, repetitive motion, outdoor exposure. Some nights are routine. Others involve event cleanup or stepping in for an absent coworker, which means flexibility isn't optional.
What separates a strong porter from an average one in a property like this isn't just cleaning ability. It's noticing things. A lobby that's technically clean but has a burned-out light, a spill forming near a drain, or a supply closet running low on a key chemical. Those details affect how residents and visitors experience the property, and the overnight shift is often the only chance to catch and correct them before the next day begins. Comstock offers medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and annual professional development funds, along with free parking and EV charging on-site.