Porter [Full-Time]

25N Coworking•Schaumburg, IL

10d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

As our Coworking Porter, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of our space, and generally ensuring common areas are kept tidy and well-maintained. We also host many meetings and events in our space, that you’ll have facilities oversight for, which includes setting up and breaking down event spaces, moving furniture, equipment, and supplies, ensuring the venue is prepared for events by arranging tables, chairs, stages, and decorations, often requiring physical labor like lifting heavy items, all while maintaining a clean and organized environment and providing customer service to members and guests; essentially working behind the scenes to facilitate our coworking, meeting and event business.

Requirements

Able to perform repetitive and/or physical tasks, like moving tables and chairs, lifting heavy objects, standing/walking for extended periods
Ability to operate basic mechanical equipment, maintenance skills and ability to troubleshoot minor issues.
Ensure specific cleanliness and organizational standards, and ensuring event setups are precise and on brand.
Collaborating with other 25N staff to maintain “Magazine-Readiness” of the space and execute event setups efficiently.
Adapting to changing space and event requirements, paired with ability to facilitate meeting schedules and overall workspace needs.
Responding to member and guest needs and providing assistance with a positive attitude
Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Move furniture, equipment, etc. up to 100 lbs with assistance.
Ascend and descend ladders and stairs.
Regularly access low/high spaces that may be at irregular angles, such as under a desk or high shelves.
Operate computer and office equipment, including coffee maker, water filters/machines, laptop, mouse, copy machine, meeting room equipment and similar.
Be standing and walking for most of the day with 2-3 breaks per day.
Maintain concentration and focus in a busy environment where people are coming and going.
Work in loud, chaotic environments and/or in crowds during community events.

Responsibilities

Responding to event-related requests and addressing minor issues
Greeting visitors and providing general guidance within the space
Assisting with guest flow and directing attendees
Responding to member and guest requests and concerns related to the facilities and services
Open + close the space when needed, and related responsibilities
Moving and arranging tables, chairs, stages, and other event furniture
Setting up audio-visual equipment
Hanging signs and decorations
Preparing catering areas
Set up coffee/water stations with beverages, cups and related supplies
Disassembling event setups
Removing and storing furniture and equipment
Cleaning up + re-staging the rooms until their next event
Minor repairs like paint touch-ups, replacing light bulbs, adjusting drawer or door hinges, repairing table legs or chairs, changing water filters, hanging pictures, etc.
Maintaining and restocking kitchen, meeting room, copy room, bathroom or other supplies
Inspecting for potential maintenance issues and reporting them to the appropriate personnel
Vacuum or sweep floors
Emptying trash cans and recycling bins
Wiping down furniture and surfaces
Loading/emptying the dishwasher and hand-washing dishes when needed
Cleaning and tidying the bathroom
Spot cleaning as needed

Benefits

Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and life insurance
Paid Vacation Time
5 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays per year
2 days of paid volunteer time per year
$1,000 annual stipend for ongoing training, wellness, and education, after 6 months of service
Gorgeous, expertly-designed workspace with access to 25N Coworking’s stunning amenities
A team culture of support and inclusivity.
Bottomless fresh-roasted coffee, tea, and filtered water to power your workday.
Loads of 25N-branded swag, like free water bottles, t-shirts, and stickers
Snacks