Area Porter Supervisor

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS Facility Service is seeking a capable Area Porter Supervisor to oversee a team of porters across multiple locations. You will supervise daily operations, ensure cleanliness and safety, and coordinate with senior management. Travel between sites is required.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with industrial cleaning equipment, and bilingual English/Spanish communication to support diverse sites.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English & Spanish (A MUST).
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Experience with industrial cleaning equipment.
• Able to lift over 50 lbs.
• Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise porters across multiple locations ensuring tasks meet high standards.
• Inspect facilities region-wide for cleanliness and safety.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate porters region-wide.
• Develop and manage regional work schedules.

Skills

Bilingual English & Spanish

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Verbal communication

Industrial cleaning equipment

Physical stamina

Job description

Overview

PBS Facility Service is seeking a dedicated and experienced Area Porter Supervisor to oversee and support our team of porters across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will ensure that all facilities remain safe, clean, and inviting while managing the daily operations and performance of porter teams regionally.

What you will do

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of porters across multiple locations to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Conduct regular inspections of all buildings within the region to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Address and resolve issues that arise during shifts across all locations.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate porters to maintain high performance standards region-wide.
• Develop and manage work schedules to ensure adequate staffing at all locations.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to porters at multiple sites.
• Handle administrative tasks such as reporting, documentation, and communication with regional and senior management.
• Maintain and manage the stock of cleaning supplies and equipment across the region.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all sites.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth regional operations.
• From time to time, assist with porter tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and minor technical issues when necessary to support the team at any location.
• Travel between locations as needed to provide on-site supervision and support.
• Supervise daytime matrons and overnight cleaners and porters.

What it takes to be successful

• Proven work experience as a Porter, Janitor, Custodian, or in a supervisory role within a similar environment, preferably with experience managing multiple locations.
• Hands-on experience with industrial cleaning equipment.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with security regulations.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to interact with staff, technicians, and customers.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Bilingual English & Spanish (A MUST).