Event Cleaners / Porters (On-Call, Nights/Weekends)

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:

1. Can you work weekends and weekday evenings after 5 PM? 
   
2. Are you able to work late nights (to ~3 AM) and early mornings (from ~5 AM) if needed? 
   
3. Do you have reliable transportation across Tampa Bay? 
   
4. Are you able to lift 30–50 lbs and be on your feet for long periods? 
   
5. Are you willing to complete a background check and wear the required uniform/ID? 
   
6. Do you prefer W-2 or 1099 (or either)?
   

Benefits