In 1960, Programmed Cleaning Inc. From its origin as a local Milwaukee cleaning service, it has grown into a regional contract cleaning company with cleaning operations throughout Wisconsin. With headquarters in New Berlin, Wisconsin and a branch office in Madison, Programmed Cleaning Inc. has over 500 employees who provide a wide array of clients.

Programmed Cleaning Inc. services multi-tenant buildings, commercial office buildings, healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and educational facilities just to name a few of our clientele. With over 60 years of cleaning experience, we have established ourselves as a dynamic regional contractor.

 We are currently hiring a full-time Day Porter Floater / Guest House Cleaner. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a pay rate of $19.25 per hour. This position includes full-time employee benefits, two weeks of paid time off, and a paid 30-minute lunch break.

Previous experience cleaning high-end hotels is preferred. Candidates must be able to read and understand English to follow lab signage, event setup instructions, and detailed cleaning schedules. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, as travel between multiple buildings throughout the day is necessary. Free on-site parking is available.

Applicants should be comfortable standing, walking, and using stairs throughout the workday. Strong communication skills are also required to follow detailed instructions.

JOB SUMMARY: The Day Porter/Matron is responsible for keeping both indoor and outdoor public areas of a building or complex clean and well-maintained. This role ensures the overall appearance of the property is presentable at all times. The position requires the ability to work independently or as part of a team to complete tasks efficiently. The porter is also responsible for general cleaning, basic maintenance, and communicating any building needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the day in areas such as the lobby, sidewalks, elevators, stairwells, parking areas, plazas, landscaping, utility spaces, gutters, and statues, as directed by the Building Manager. Also clean and maintain loading docks and freight/service areas on all levels.
• Perform general cleaning tasks including trash removal, dust mopping, vacuuming carpets, and routine floor mopping.
• Regularly clean and disinfect restroom fixtures according to the schedule set by management.
• Keep restrooms stocked with necessary supplies such as soap and paper products.
• Perform routine spot cleaning and dusting throughout the building.
• Clean, vacuum, and rinse lobby mats as needed.
• Set up and break down meeting rooms based on service requests.
• Return recycling bins to their designated floors.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by management or based on client needs.

This description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role but is not a complete list of all tasks that may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Initiative to take on additional responsibilities when needed.
• Ability to stand or walk for the entire shift and perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, carrying, and reaching overhead in a dynamic work environment.
• Capability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.