Porter [Part-Time]

25N Coworking•Schaumburg, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

25N Coworking is hiring a part-time Coworking Porter for its Schaumburg, Illinois location. The Porter maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the coworking space, keeps common areas tidy and well-maintained, and provides facilities oversight for meetings and events. This includes preparing event spaces, arranging and moving furniture and equipment, setting up audio-visual equipment and supplies, and restoring rooms after events. The role also provides assistance to members, guests, and event attendees and performs minor repairs and routine supply restocking. The position is approximately 20 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend events may require schedule flexibility. Pay is $20 per hour.

Requirements

Physical ability to perform repetitive and physical tasks, including moving furniture and lifting heavy objects, and to stand and walk for extended periods.
Basic handy-person skills, including ability to operate basic mechanical equipment, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot minor issues.
Attention to cleanliness and organizational standards and precision in event setups.
Ability to collaborate with other staff.
Flexibility to adapt to changing space and event requirements and independence in supporting meeting schedules and workspace needs.
Customer service skills and a positive approach to assisting members and guests.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to move furniture and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance, such as using a dolly and/or working with a coworker.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs and regularly access low or high spaces at irregular angles.
Ability to operate computers and office equipment, including coffee makers, water filters or machines, laptops, mice, copy machines, and meeting room equipment.
Ability to stand and walk for most of the day, with 2–3 breaks per day.
Ability to maintain concentration in a busy environment and work in loud, chaotic environments or crowds during community events.

Responsibilities

Respond to event-related requests and address minor issues.
Greet visitors, provide general guidance, assist with guest flow, and direct attendees.
Respond to member and guest requests and concerns related to facilities and services.
Open and close the space when needed.
Move and arrange tables, chairs, stages, and other event furniture.
Set up audio-visual equipment, signs, decorations, and catering areas.
Prepare coffee and water stations with beverages, cups, and related supplies.
Disassemble event setups, remove and store furniture and equipment, clean up, and restage rooms.
Perform minor repairs, such as paint touch-ups, replacing light bulbs, adjusting hinges, repairing table legs or chairs, changing water filters, and hanging pictures.
Maintain and restock kitchen, meeting room, copy room, bathroom, and other supplies.
Inspect for potential maintenance issues and report them to appropriate personnel.
Keep the space clean by vacuuming or sweeping floors, emptying trash and recycling, wiping surfaces, handling dishes, tidying bathrooms, and spot cleaning.
Collaborate with other staff to maintain the space and execute event setups efficiently.