Day Porter

Argus Dental & Vision, Inc; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for a Day Porter to maintain cleanliness and perform minor repairs in a school environment. The role involves managing various cleaning duties and ensuring a safe and orderly space for students and staff. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills along with a commitment to teamwork and quality service.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months of experience as a porter preferred.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Responsibilities

• Complete minor repairs and building improvements.
• Clean all common room areas including kitchens and cafeterias.
• Respond to any major spills or other cleaning crises.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Reliability

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:
As the Day Porter, you will perform day-to-day building maintenance at the school. You will perform a variety of duties including but not limited to removing debris, maintaining common room areas, restocking bathrooms, and responding to all cleaning emergencies. You will work with management to create an effective cleaning schedule, which will include your day-to-day routines and work timetable.

Desired Attributes:

• Professes a strong Christian faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrates regular attendance at a Bible-believing church aligned with the CSAGH Statement of Faith.
• Agrees with and upholds the principles outlined in Articles II, III, and XII, section 1 of the Constitution of the Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
• Exhibits a clear commitment to Christian Education and a wholehearted embrace of CSAGH's vision.
• A reliable professional who completes administrative tasks correctly and on time and supports the organization’s goals and values.
• Prepared to execute all duties and responsibilities in a safe and timely manner; follows policies and procedures.
• Highly organized, dedicated, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
• Cultivates healthy and positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and school administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete minor repairs and building improvements.
• Prepare conference rooms before and after important meetings.
• Clean all common room areas including the kitchen, cafeteria, lobby and break room.
• When applicable, place safety hazard signs in the building including wet paint and wet floor warning signs.
• Monitor, clean and service washrooms.
• Respond to any major spills or other cleaning crises.
• Remove litter and rubbish from main common rooms.
• Help order supplies required for facility maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 6-12 months of experience as porter preferred.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently and sets goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets deadlines; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity and works quickly.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee needs to communicate verbally and listen regularly.
• The ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Climbing ladders and stairs.
• Bending, carrying, and lifting at least 50 pounds unassisted.
• Operate a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, with vendors, parents, employees, and administration to exchange accurate information.