Evening Porter

Gorton Center; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance subsidized by Gorton

401k program

Discounted fees for Gorton events and

Free parking

Job summary

Gorton Center in Lake Forest, IL is seeking an Evening Porter to keep our facility clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for events. This full-time role runs Wednesday through Sunday from 3 PM to 11 PM and involves setting up rooms, assisting with AV, and helping with seasonal building tasks.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Facilities and Lead Porter, report on maintenance concerns, and support guests, renters, and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in custodial, facilities, building management, hospitality or event support.
• Basic familiarity with building systems (HVAC, electrical, A/V, IT) is a plus.
• Friendly, professional presence with guests, renters and staff.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Keep public and shared spaces clean and tidy, including restrooms, theater, lobbies, hallways and meeting rooms.
• Set up and tear down rooms for events, classes and rentals, then reset spaces after.
• Support A/V for events and rentals in meeting spaces.
• Walk the building with daytime porter to ensure rooms are ready.
• Review daily room schedules and staff notes, flag discrepancies.
• Handle basic repairs, restock supplies, and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Set up and take down signage, stanchions and wayfinding.
• Assist with seasonal and exterior tasks, including snow removal.
• Adapt on the fly when layouts change or extra help is needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Event support

Attention to detail

Independent work

Reliable work ethic

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

A/V basics

HVAC basics

Electrical basics

IT basics

Job description

Evening Porter (Facilities & Event Support)

Gorton Center | Lake Forest, IL

Full-time | Wednesday-Sunday

Help Us Set the Stage

Every evening at Gorton Center, something new is happening-a performance in the theater, a class in the studios, a private event, or a community meeting. We’re looking for a dependable, hands‑on Evening Porter to help keep our building clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for whatever is next.

For 50 years, Gorton Center has brought the North Shore community together through the arts, enrichment, education, and events. Our Evening Porter plays an important role in making that happen. You’ll often be one of the first people guests, renters, tenants, and community members encounter when they walk through our doors, and your work helps ensure that every event and activity can happen smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Keep our public and shared spaces clean and tidy, including restrooms, the theater, lobbies, hallways and meeting rooms.
• Set up and tear down rooms for events, classes and rentals. This means arranging furniture, staging and equipment to plan, then resetting each space afterward.
• Support A/V for events and rentals in our meeting spaces.
• Walk the building with our daytime porter at the start of each shift to make sure rooms are clean, unlocked and ready.
• Review daily room schedules, floor plans and staff notes, and flag anything that doesn’t line up.
• Handle basic repairs and adjustments, restock supplies, and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Set up and take down signage, stanchions and wayfinding.
• Pitch in on seasonal and exterior work, including snow removal.
• Adjust on the fly when a layout changes or an event needs an extra hand.

What We’re Looking For

• A high school diploma or equivalent experience
• Experience in custodial, facilities, building management, hospitality or event support.
• Working familiarity with building systems (HVAC, electrical, A/V, IT) and with basic A/V is a plus
• A friendly, professional presence with guests, renters and staff
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
• Good judgment, solid problem‑solving skills and a reliable work ethic
• Clear written and spoken communication in English

Schedule

This role runs Wednesday through Sunday. Hours can vary based on events, but 3 PM to 11 PM is standard. Some flexibility is needed around event schedules and staffing needs.

Our Team

Reports to our Director of Facilities and Lead Porter.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, on-your-feet role. It involves regular lifting, carrying, pushing, bending, kneeling, climbing and walking. You’ll regularly handle loads of 20-55 pounds and occasionally 55-100 pounds, with help from co-workers. Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with applicable law.

Pay & Benefits

• From $22 per hour or salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance subsidized by Gorton
• 401k program
• Discounted fees for Gorton events and programs
• Free parking

Nothing in this job description shall limit management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job. Duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Gorton Center does not discriminate in the selection of its staff on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, income, marital status, or any other dimension of identity.