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Example cleaning porter requirements on a job description

Cleaning porter requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in cleaning porter job postings.
Sample cleaning porter requirements
  • Prior experience in commercial cleaning
  • Ability to operate cleaning equipment
  • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their uses
  • Ability to follow safety protocols
  • Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects
Sample required cleaning porter soft skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Effective communication skills
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Cleaning porter job description example 1

Bunzl Distribution cleaning porter job description

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Job requires maximum bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying
  • Must be able to stand while working for an entire shift
  • Must be able to work in and withstand varying temperatures throughout different seasons
  • Overtime is required based on business demands; sometimes on short notice
  • Previous warehouse/forklift operation experience a plus but not required
  • Must be dependable and a team player
  • Strong attention to detail

So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits you with endless opportunities.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Cleaning porter job description example 2

OnPoint cleaning porter job description

1) 9am-3pm

2) 8am-2pm

3) 10am-2pm

4) 9am-3pm

General Purpose:

Ensuring the accurate and timely cleaning of commercial offices. You will need a clean background check and the ability to pass a drug screen.

This position is predominately wiping and disinfecting tables, chairs, light switches, door knobs, stairwell railings, restrooms, etc. It requires a certain level of professionalism as you will be working around the office staff present during the day.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collection and disposal of trash (small and large cans).
  • Vacuuming (upright and vacuum backpack).
  • Dusting, Sweeping, Mopping.
  • Cleaning glass.
  • Wiping and disinfecting surfaces.
  • Restroom cleaning, restocking, and replenishing.
  • Office area cleaning.
  • Ensures timely completion of assigned cleaning area(s) according to schedule.
  • Follows safety guidelines, quality standards, and ensures customer service expectations are met.
  • Performs other janitorial duties as needed.

Qualifications/Education/Work Experience:

  • Previous experience in cleaning or janitorial work preferred but not required.
  • Must pass a criminal background check.
  • Must have reliable transportation to job location.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

  • Position requires bending, twisting, lifting (up to 25 pounds), stretching, reaching, and standing for extended periods of time.


It is our goal at OnPoint to be a company who values and encourages our employees by taking a personal approach to work. We recognize that family is important to our lives, and it is our goal to encourage healthy lifestyle in a competitive and hardworking environment.


We are looking for motivated individuals who take pride in serving clients by creating cleaner, healthier work environments.


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Cleaning porter job description example 3

GO Riteway cleaning porter job description

Are You Interested in Working Alongside a Fantastic Team? Then Apply to Join Our Team!



Position Type:
Part-Time, 25+ hours


Location:


135 Deerfield Rd.

Marshall, WI 53559


Compensation and Benefits


  • Paid Training
  • Weekly Pay
  • Benefits
    • Dental & Vision Benefits
    • Short-term Disability
    • Voluntary Life Insurance
    • 401(k) Matching Program, with Complimentary Investment Advisor
    • Direct Path Complimentary Advisor
    • Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunity for Paid Holidays
  • Competitive Pay Rates
  • Opportunity for Wage Increases Annually
  • Opportunities for Growth
  • Cross-Training
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program



Position Description


This part-time position offers flexible hours throughout the week, as our operation is 24 hours a day. This is an opportunity to clean premium vehicles for our drivers and clients. Duties consist of cleaning the inside and outside of vehicles, including washing, vacuuming, removing trash, etc. Our Ride Services fleet includes motorcoaches, minicoaches, luxury coaches, executive vans, shuttle vans, SUVs, and sedans.


Qualifications


  • Cleaners / Porters / Custodians must possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and have a good driving record.
  • Cleaners / Porters / Custodians must successfully pass a company sponsored pre-employment drug test and background check.

When you join GO Riteway Transportation Group, you become part of our family-owned company that has put people first for over 65 years, and has grown to become an industry leader in the transportation business. This growth is because of a commitment to our core values of safety, integrity, and teamwork.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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