Day Porter

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a reliable Day Porter to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces throughout the day. This role focuses on high-traffic and high-visibility areas and completes special cleaning assignments as requested by building management. The Day Porter ensures that lobbies, restrooms, common areas, and exterior spaces are presentable and well-maintained at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following, but are not limited to:

• Perform touch-up cleaning in high-traffic areas such as lobbies, corridors, and common spaces.
• Inspect and maintain elevator cabs, including vacuuming carpeted floors and removing spots.
• Clean and stock restrooms on all floors at least twice daily (morning and afternoon). Refill toilet tissue, paper towels, seat covers, soap, and feminine hygiene products.
• Empty trash and recycling bins, replace liners, and ensure receptacles are clean.
• Dust, damp wipe, or spot-clean surfaces including desks, chairs, cabinets, window sills, partitions, lightswitches, and glass surfaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors, baseboards, and other assigned areas.
• Inspect floors, walls, carpets, and other surfaces for damage or issues needing attention.
• Report mechanical or electrical problems such as broken locks, light fixtures, or plumbing issues.
• Address spills, water leaks, or other urgent cleaning issues immediately.
• Document and report any items of value or damage found during cleaning
• Properly maintain and use cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, steam cleaners, and other assigned tools.
• Ensure cleaning materials are stocked and used according to procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in cleaning, janitorial, or porter roles preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to perform general cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and restroom maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to follow instructions, schedules, and safety procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Professional and neat appearance required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Professional and neat appearance required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily indoors but may include occasional outdoor tasks such as taking out trash.
• The role requires moving throughout different areas of the facility.
• Cleaning tasks may involve exposure to cleaning chemicals, odors, and routine noise levels.