Lead Porter (English Required)

Job Site Location US-FL-Miami
Requisition ID
2025-35101
Schedule
Monday to Thursday, and Saturday from 7am to 4pm (40hrs a week)
Hire Type
Full-Time

Position Objective

Company Overview:

 

The Harvard Companies include entities working to serve the business community in the janitorial and protection services areas. Harvard Maintenance and Harvard Protection are two of the largest and fastest growing, privately owned providers of high quality janitorial and security services in the United States.  We are an industry leader and are well known for our innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.  Our success over the last fifty years stems from Harvard's Inverted Pyramid®, which recognizes that our front-line employees are the most important people in our organization.   The Inverted Pyramid® ensures that our employees feel valued, are given the tools to be successful, and are empowered to execute in their roles.  People are also at the center of our Core Values.  Our People First core value clearly states that “we are a family organization that promotes respect and embraces diversity”.

 

Job Summary:

 

The Lead Porter is responsible for the daily upkeep and general maintenance of the facility. This role will also assist Building Management with ongoing tasks and special projects, ensuring cleanliness and operational excellence. Additionally, the Lead Porter is responsible for supervising porters and matrons, assigning tasks, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Service all public and operational spaces throughout the building.
  • Maintain cleanliness in plaza and/or parking garage areas.
  • Ensure elevator cars are neat and clean.
  • Preserve lobby appearance and other first impression areas.
  • Maintain exterior building conditions.
  • Ensure restrooms are clean, well-stocked, and maintained.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness of building grounds, docks, and stairwells.
  • Perform dust mopping of stairwells weekly and damp mopping of stair landings and treads monthly.
  • Respond to special cleaning or maintenance requests as needed.
  • Supervise porters and matrons, ensuring duties are carried out efficiently.
  • Assign tasks according to operational priorities or special assignments.
  • Conduct quality control inspections to meet Harvard and client standards.
  • Train new and existing staff on proper procedures and cleaning techniques.
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Manage supply inventory; order and distribute supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Review and follow up on work tickets.
  • Ensure all cleaning equipment is properly maintained.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in the cleaning/janitorial industry.
  • At least 1 year of prior porter experience.
  • Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work scheduled hours and adapt to operational needs.
  • Capacity to interact professionally with individuals and groups at all organizational levels.
  • Must be able to work in close proximity to others and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written communication).
  • Ability to write basic reports and business communications.
  • Physically capable of standing, walking, sitting, stooping, and kneeling as required.

Compensation

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.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer --- M/F/D/V

Schedule

Monday to Thursday, and Saturday from 7am to 4pm (40hrs a week)

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