Event Cleaners / Porters (On-Call, Nights/Weekends)

Cleaning, Maintenance & Home Services
May 12, 2026
$17 - $18 / hour
Weekends
Application ends: May 1, 2027
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Job Description

Staffing goal: Hiring 5 regulars weekly + 5 on-call (bench for larger events)

When: Variable shifts; days, evenings after 5 PM, late nights (up to ~3 AM), and early mornings (as early as 5 AM). Weekend shifts often run 8–12 hours.

Where: Across the Tampa Bay area (venues, festivals, special events)

Pay: $17+ an hour based on experience

What you’ll do

Pre-Event (staging & detail):

  • Place tables/chairs per floor plan; detail surfaces and glass; prep & stock restrooms; sweep/mop main areas; final readiness check before doors open.

During Event (porter services):

  • Trash flow: monitor cans, swap liners, move cans as crowds shift; haul to dumpsters/tilt trucks.
  • Restrooms: frequent touch-ups, restock, wipe counters/mirrors; quick response to shortages/spills.
  • Floors & touch points: spot-sweep/mop, wipe railings/door pulls/bar counters; rapid spill response for guest safety.
  • General site care: pick up litter/debris; follow supervisor directions; assist with urgent cleanups (including vomit).

Post-Event (deep clean & reset):

  • Full debris removal; disinfect surfaces and interior glass; restore floors; deep-clean bathrooms (incl. urinal grates); polish bins; wipe doors/frames; report damages.

Special areas you may service:

  • VIP/artist spaces, lounges, elevators, glass railings, back corridors, kitchens/BOH—kept spotless and guest-ready.

Tools you might use

  • Tilt trucks, pop-up trash cans, leaf blowers; venue auto-scrubbers and vacs where applicable.

Schedule reality (examples)

  • Porter coverage during peak hours with post-event cleaning after close, and occasional early-AM resets.

Must-haves

  • Weekend availability (Sat/Sun) and weekday evenings after 5 PM as needed.
  • Reliable transportation to venues across Tampa Bay; punctual and phone-reachable during shifts.
  • Able to lift 20 – 50+ lbs and stay on your feet for long periods; comfortable working indoors/outdoors.
  • Follow a supervisor’s instructions and use mobile checklists/photos for proof of work.
  • Willing to complete a background check and follow uniform/ID and security rules.

Nice to have

  • Event, janitorial, hospitality, or stadium/arena experience.
  • Familiarity with autoscrubbers, backpack vacuums, and floor/detail standards.
  • Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Employment options

  • W-2 employees (as-needed) and 1099 independent contractors (per assignment) are welcome.
  • Contractors may be asked to provide a W-9 and, when applicable, proof of insurance. (We’ll match you to events based on availability and site requirements.)

How to apply

Apply on Indeed with a brief resume or work history. Please note your weekend/evening availability and any event or janitorial experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.

You can email us the below questions

Additional Questions:

  • Can you work weekends and weekday evenings after 5 PM?
  • Are you able to work late nights (to ~3 AM) and early mornings (from ~5 AM) if needed?
  • Do you have reliable transportation across Tampa Bay?
  • Are you able to lift 30–50 lbs and be on your feet for long periods?
  • Are you willing to complete a background check and wear the required uniform/ID?
  • Do you prefer W-2 or 1099 (or either)?

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract

Pay: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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