Marine Utility Porter

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a vigilant housekeeping associate to maintain a clean riverboat environment. You will clean casino floors, restrooms, and vessel surfaces, operate floor cleaning equipment, and support safety procedures while delivering friendly service.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, comfort with English, and the ability to work on elevated surfaces with scaffolding or ladders. Training is provided, and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; janitorial/marine experience preferred.
• Experience using hi-lift is preferred.
• Knowledge of floor cleaning equipment is required.
• Familiarity with cleaning solutions, shampoos, strippers, and wax.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work safely on elevated surfaces via scaffolding and ladders.

Responsibilities

• Reports to management any violations of regulations or unsafe conditions pertaining to riverboat gaming.
• Participates in training with deck crew on emergency procedures and safety.
• Performs cleaning and upkeep of vessel and equipment, including casino floors.
• Operates cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and vacuum machines.
• Maintains cleanliness of restrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Maintains cleanliness of windows, fixtures, and stockrooms as assigned.
• Keeps logs for equipment usage and inventory control.

Skills

Floor cleaning equipment

Hi-lift operation

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-lift

Job description

Overview

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Reports to management any violations of USCG regulations, Louisiana Gaming Commission regulations, or unsafe conditions as it pertains to riverboat gaming.
• Participates in training with the deck crew on emergency procedures, safety, seamanship, and other programs.
• Ensures that safety equipment is provided, and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
• Performs various tasks involved in the maintenance and upkeep of vessel and equipment. This includes heavy duty and detailed cleaning of the casino floor.
• Sweeps and vacuums carpeted areas; extracts or shampoos carpets on a scheduled basis.
• Cleans all brass and marble.
• Assists regular shift team members in maintaining restrooms and casino floor.
• Operates extractor equipment, floor scrubbers, shampoo machines, and polishing machines, as well as special vacuum cleaners and scrubbers.
• Carries out heavy duty detail cleaning of restrooms and locker rooms.
• Moves office furnishings and items as directed.
• Cleans interior and exterior windows above 6 feet off the ground as directed.
• Maintains logs for equipment usage.
• Assists with inventory of all stockroom items received from the warehouse to ensure proper quantities and quality.
• Delivers supplies to vessel.
• Responsible for the cleaning of all housekeeping equipment.
• Maintains cleaning supply inventory and identifies damaged bottles and/or drums for replacement.
• Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; previous experience in marine, housekeeping, or janitorial industry preferred.
• Previous experience using a hi-lift preferred.
• Must have knowledge of floor cleaning equipment.
• General knowledge of cleaning solutions, shampoos, strippers, and wax.
• Must possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sustain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must have effective communication skills; must be able to speak and understand English.
• Ability to safely work on elevated surfaces via the use of scaffolding and ladders.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy and take a proactive and strategic approach to dealing with issues.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in emergency or stressful situations.