Day Porter - Janitorial Cleaner

Harvard-Maintenance,-Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD) insurance

401K Savings Plan

Job summary

Harvard-Maintenance,-Inc. is seeking a Porter to maintain daily cleanliness and appearance across building spaces, responding to requests and assisting with events.

The role supports a welcoming environment for tenants, employees, and visitors, requires at least 1 year as a Porter and strong communication skills. Candidates should be comfortable outdoors in varying weather and physically capable of standing, walking, and kneeling as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of Porter experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of lobbies, hallways, elevators, restrooms and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust to keep areas tidy.
• Empty trash and replace liners.
• Restock restroom supplies (soap, towels, toilet paper).
• Wipe down doors, windows and high-touch surfaces.
• Respond to spills, tenant requests, and safety issues promptly.
• Assist with moving furniture or setting up meeting spaces for events.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to management.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are kept in good condition.
• Follow all safety and cleaning protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Face-to-face discussions

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you ready to be part of something Extraordinary? Look no further than Harvard is the largest family-owned provider of premier commercial janitorial and professional security services in the United States. We believe in the power of our people. Here, every team member is valued, empowered, and trained to contribute their best. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.

A day in the life:

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the daily cleanliness, appearance, and overall upkeep of public and operational spaces within the building and responds to special Building Management requests and work orders. This role is key to ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for tenants, employees, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of lobbies, hallways, elevators, restrooms, and other common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust as needed to ensure all areas are tidy and presentable.
• Empty trash receptacles and replace liners.
• Restock restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Wipe down doors, windows, and other high-touch surfaces.
• Respond promptly to spills, messes, and tenant requests.
• Assist with moving furniture, setting up meeting spaces, or supporting special events.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to management.
• Ensure cleaning equipment and supplies are kept in good condition.
• Follow all safety and cleaning protocols.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Porter.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups at all professional levels.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, or kneel as required.

Harvard is offering a competitive salary structure including benefit package with medical, dental, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance along with 401K Savings Plan.

www.harvardmaint.com

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.