1470 Day Porter

DTK Janitorial & Landscaping; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

DTK Facility Services in Houston, TX is seeking a Day Porter to help maintain clean, functional spaces during business hours. You will sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, restock supplies, and respond quickly to maintenance needs in office buildings, schools, medical facilities, or commercial spaces.

The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional with customer service skills.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically capable of standing, lifting, bending, and repetitive movements.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for facility users for cleaning and maintenance needs.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors in all areas.
• Dust and wipe desks, tables, windowsills, etc.
• Clean restrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors) and restock supplies.
• Empty trash and recycling bins, replace liners.
• Clean windows, glass doors, and mirrors.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Day porters play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of a facility throughout the day. Unlike evening or night janitorial staff, Day Porters are responsible for maintaining the building’s cleanliness during business hours, handling quick cleaning tasks, and responding to immediate needs as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for facility users for cleaning and maintenance needs.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors in all areas.
• Dust and wipe desks, tables, windowsills, etc.
• Clean restrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors) and restock supplies.
• Empty trash and recycling bins, replace liners.
• Clean windows, glass doors, and mirrors.
• Other duties as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• English/ Spanish bilingual strongly preferred.
• Prior cleaning experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional with excellent customer service skills.
• Physically capable of handling tasks that involve standing, lifting, bending, and repeated movements in a typical work shift.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.

Work Environment

• Work may take place in office buildings, schools, medical facilities, or commercial spaces.
• May require evening, weekend, or holiday shifts depending on location needs.

About DTK Facility Services

DTK Facility Services is a Texas-based commercial facility services company. DTK was started in 1996 in Houston, Texas to provide janitorial solutions for customers, and the company has been focused on cleaning with a higher purpose since the beginning. Today, the company services over 27 million square feet across 650 locations each day through the dedicated work of its 1,600+ team members.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.