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Day porter jobs are open across commercial real estate, hospitality, healthcare, and corporate facilities, at every level from entry-level to lead, with specializations in floor care, lobby maintenance, and restroom sanitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Day Porter / Building Engineer
Golden State Maintenance, Inc.
Location: [Santa Monica, CA]
Pay: [$20–$30 per hour]
Schedule: [Mon - Sun]
Job type: [Full-time & Part-time]
Grow your skills with a growing company
Golden State Maintenance is a growing commercial maintenance company that takes pride in keeping buildings clean, safe, and running smoothly. We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on Day Porter / Building Engineer to help care for a commercial property and support its daily operations.
You’ll work with an experienced team, build your maintenance skills, and receive mentorship as you take on new responsibilities. We value reliable work, a positive attitude, and people who want to grow with the company.
What you’ll do
- Keep common areas, entrances, restrooms, and other assigned spaces clean and presentable throughout the day
- Respond courteously to tenant and building requests
- Perform basic repairs and routine maintenance
- Help monitor building systems and report issues with HVAC, plumbing, lighting, doors, or other equipment
- Complete walkthroughs and report safety, cleanliness, or maintenance concerns
- Assist with work orders and communicate updates to the team
- Maintain a professional, helpful presence at the property
What we’re looking for
- Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
- Friendly and professional when interacting with tenants and visitors
- Able to handle a mix of cleaning, customer service, and basic maintenance tasks
- Previous day porter, janitorial, facilities, or building maintenance experience is a plus
- Willing to learn, take direction, and develop new skills
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the job, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting as needed
What we offer
- Five days of paid sick leave
- Bonus opportunities
- Mentorship and on-the-job learning
- Room to take on additional responsibilities and grow as the company expands
- A supportive team that values dependable work and initiative
If you enjoy keeping a property in good shape and want a role where you can learn and grow, we’d like to hear from you.
To apply: Please submit your application and briefly describe any day porter, janitorial, or maintenance experience you have.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in day porter jobs.
- Demonstrated experience in commercial or institutional custodial or janitorial work
- Ability to operate floor care equipment including buffers, scrubbers, and vacuums
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout a shift
- Knowledge of proper handling and labeling of cleaning chemicals per OSHA standards
- Reliable attendance and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- High school diploma or GED preferred by most employers, though not always required
Tips for Your Day Porter Job Search
Tailor your resume to each building type
A resume for a hotel day porter should highlight guest-facing cleanliness standards, while one targeting a medical facility should call out infection control protocols and biohazard awareness. Matching your language to the setting signals you understand what matters in that environment.
List every piece of equipment you operate
Employers screen day porter resumes for specific tools: auto-scrubbers, backpack vacuums, floor buffers, and pressure washers. Name the exact equipment you have used rather than writing a vague phrase like 'cleaning machinery' so hiring managers can verify your hands-on experience quickly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists day porter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated results.
Get a ISSA or BSCAI certification before applying
Many facility management employers give preference to candidates with a recognized custodial certification. Earning a credential from a cleaning industry association before you apply sets your application apart from others with similar hands-on experience but no formal credential.
Prepare for a walk-through interview format
Day porter interviews often include a physical tour of the facility where you are asked to identify tasks or spot issues in real time. Walk in knowing what to look for: high-traffic areas, restroom supply levels, and hard floors that need attention, so your responses are concrete.
Negotiate shift timing, not just pay rate
Day porter schedules vary widely, from early morning lobby prep to midday restroom rounds to late-afternoon touch-ups. Before accepting an offer, confirm which shifts are fixed and which rotate, because your availability for consistent coverage is often as valuable as any other factor you can negotiate.
Day Porter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most day porters?
The companies hiring the most day porters right now include Crane Worldwide Logistics, Corporate Cleaning, and Douglas Emmett, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Facility services contractors and commercial property management firms consistently account for the bulk of open roles.
How many day porter jobs are remote?
About 0% of day porter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-site nature of most custodial work. The small share that allow any remote flexibility typically involves scheduling coordination or administrative oversight duties rather than the core cleaning and facility tasks the role centers on.
How do you become a day porter?
Start by gaining experience in any custodial, janitorial, or housekeeping setting, even part-time or seasonal work counts. Learn to operate standard floor care equipment and familiarize yourself with OSHA guidelines for chemical handling. Earning a cleaning industry certification strengthens your application. From there, apply to entry-level day porter roles at facilities contractors, hotels, office buildings, or healthcare campuses.
Can you get hired as a day porter with no experience?
Yes, many employers will hire candidates with no formal custodial experience if you can show reliability, physical stamina, and a willingness to follow detailed cleaning protocols. Highlighting transferable work like stocking, food service cleanup, or any role requiring consistent attention to cleanliness helps your application stand out. Some employers provide on-the-job training for the right candidate.
What does the day porter interview process look like?
Most day porter interviews start with a short phone screen covering your availability and any relevant experience. An in-person interview usually follows, often including a walk-through of the facility where you may be asked how you would handle specific cleaning tasks or prioritize your workload. Some employers conduct a brief practical demonstration before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to day porter jobs?
You can find and apply to day porter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location, and schedule, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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