Event Cleaners / Porters (On-Call, Nights/Weekends)
Tampa, United States of AmericaPart-timeMid · 2-5 yearsH1B likely
About this role
Type: Part-time / As-needed (W-2 or 1099) 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: $16+ 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. Requirements 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.) 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)? Benefits Type: Part-time / As-needed (W-2 or 1099) Pay: $16+ an hour based on experience
