Day Porter and Light Maintenance Technician

CBRE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE's Workplace Experience team in Columbus seeks a Maintenance Assistant/Day Porter to perform housekeeping, occupancy, and custodial duties at commercial properties. The role supports daily facilities tasks and light maintenance to keep spaces clean, functional, and welcoming.

This position emphasizes reliable, hands-on service, collaboration with the Facilities team, and adherence to safety and company standards while delivering world-class client service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred with up to 2+ years of job-related experience.
• Fulfill the physical requirements: stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders.
• Basic painting and light drywall repair skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and shared areas.
• Perform light repairs and upkeep across the facility, including painting walls and floors in mechanical rooms and touch‑ups in office spaces.
• Refinish and paint outdoor picnic tables and site furnishings.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs to identify minor repair needs.
• Assist with general cleaning and tidying of common areas.
• Support the Facilities team with seasonal projects and special tasks.
• Communicate issues or supply needs to the Chief Engineer.
• Perform physical tasks such as loading, unloading, and moving materials.
• Organize storage room inventory to ensure contents are stocked.
• Respond to desk and office lockouts and manage replacement keys.
• Follow government and company regulations related to building operations and work safety.
• Complete general labor tasks and ad hoc requests.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Team mindset

Professional attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE's Workplace Experience team in Columbus seeks a Maintenance Assistant/Day Porter to perform housekeeping, occupancy, and custodial duties at commercial properties. The role supports daily facilities tasks and light maintenance to keep spaces clean, functional, and welcoming.

This position emphasizes reliable, hands-on service, collaboration with the Facilities team, and adherence to safety and company standards while delivering world-class client service.