Porter [Part-Time]

25N Coworking•Schaumburg, IL

7d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

25N Coworking is hiring a part-time Coworking Porter for its Schaumburg, Illinois location. The Porter maintains the cleanliness, appearance, and organization of the coworking space and provides facilities oversight for meetings and events. The role includes preparing and breaking down event spaces, moving and arranging furniture and equipment, setting up audio-visual equipment and catering areas, and helping members and guests with facility and service requests. The Porter also performs minor repairs, restocks supplies, identifies and reports maintenance issues, and helps keep the space clean and ready for use. 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. The hourly pay rate is $20.

Requirements

Ability to perform repetitive and physical tasks, including moving tables and chairs, lifting heavy objects, and standing or walking for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and move items weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs and regularly access low or high spaces, including at irregular angles.
Ability to operate basic mechanical equipment and troubleshoot minor maintenance issues.
Attention to detail in meeting cleanliness, organization, and event setup standards.
Ability to collaborate with staff and execute event setups efficiently.
Flexibility to adapt to changing space and event requirements and facilitate meeting schedules and workspace needs.
Customer service skills and a positive approach to assisting members and guests.
Ability to operate computer and office equipment, including a coffee maker, water filters or machines, laptop, mouse, copy machine, and meeting room equipment.
Ability to stand and walk for most of the workday, 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 or 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, catering areas, and coffee and water stations.
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, and repairing table legs or chairs.
Maintain and restock kitchen, meeting room, copy room, bathroom, and other supplies.
Inspect for potential maintenance issues and report them to appropriate personnel.
Vacuum or sweep floors, empty trash and recycling, wipe surfaces, clean and tidy bathrooms, and spot-clean as needed.
Load and empty the dishwasher and hand-wash dishes when needed.
Collaborate with other staff to keep the space clean, organized, and ready for events.