A day porter is responsible for making sure your building looks clean, presentable, and inviting at all times – especially between routine cleaning maintenance activities. They also ensure the building is safe for all occupants if any unexpected incidents arise, like slippery floors or broken glass. Staff functions as a daytime cleaning service with benefits. Your Day Porter will provide vital services that keep your building running smoothly, such as:
- Keep lobbies clean
- Keep common areas clean
- Keep washrooms clean
- Restock supplies in washrooms as necessary
- Perform minor maintenance, such as replacing burnt out light bulbs
- Clean and prepare kitchen, cafeteria, and/or break rooms (particularly before and after busy times)
- Clean and prepare conference rooms before VIP visitors and after meetings
- Perform continuous touchpoint cleaning to reduce the spread of illness by eliminating bacteria and germs
- Respond to spills and other cleaning emergencies
- Remove or warn of safety hazards, such as objects in the way of pedestrians or wet floors
- Remove litter and debris from entrances and parking lots
As well as cleaning:
- Door knobs/push plates/handles
- Entrances
- Light switches
- Hand railings
- Telephones
- Elevator surfaces
- Desks and counters
- Waiting room and foyer surfaces
- Restroom sinks, faucets and hand dryers
- Break rooms