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Harvard Maintenance, Inc

Day Porter

Ewing, NJ · On-site

$13/hr

Day Porter Position Objective Company Overview: The Harvard Companies include entities working to serve the business community in the janitorial and protection services areas. Harvard Maintenance and ...

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Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Day Porter

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Day Porter position is located onsite in Bridgman, MI. This will be a short-term contract role starting mid-September. It will last till about mid-October. You will be part of a team that keeps ...

C&W Services

Day Porter

Tampa, FL

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

Job Title Day Porter Summary The Painter performs skilled painting functions for a commercial or industrial building or facility often working independently but also in conjunction with the other ...

360clean

Day Porter Part-Time

Austin, TX

$15/hr

The Day Porter plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment for young children and staff throughout the day. Key Responsibilities: • Perform routine cleaning and ...

CCS Facility Services

Day Floater-FT

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

A Day porter is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, or other commercial or institutional buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the ...

DTK

1222 Day Porter

TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Day porters play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of a facility throughout the day. Unlike evening or night janitorial staff, Day Porters ...

Ccsbts

Day porter - Part time

Denver, CO · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

A Day porter is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, or other commercial or institutional buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the ...

The Budd Group

Janitorial Day Porter

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$16.50/hr

Come join our team as a Part Time Janitorial Day Porter! * Pay: $16.50 / hour * Benefits: Pay on Demand + Cash Back, Referral Bonus, Free Online Classes & Support * Location: S College Street ...

Ccsbts

Day Porter - FT

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

A Day porter is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, or other commercial or institutional buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the ...

Ccsbts

Day Porter FT

Ontario, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17/hr

A Day porter is responsible for maintaining common areas of office buildings, apartment houses, or other commercial or institutional buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the ...

CSI International

Day Porter (Full Time)

Blairstown, NJ · On-site

$18.50/hr

Day Porter Responsibilities: * General cleaning of the building and keeping it maintained and in good condition. * Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors. * Cleaning and stock restrooms. * Empty trash and ...

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tbg

Janitorial Day Porter

Redtown, TX

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Serve as our primary Janitorial Day Porter , ensuring facility spaces remain immaculate throughout the day. * Execute routine cleaning as a Custodian , including pulling trash, vacuuming, dusting ...

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wplg

Day Porter Specialist

Miami, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

Day Porter Specialist Position Summary The Day Porter Specialist will perform various duties making sure the company facility looks neat and presentable to the public. They help uphold the image of a ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for day in the United States is $15.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a day job?

A 'day job' typically refers to a regular job that someone works during standard daytime hours, usually from morning to late afternoon. These jobs can be in any industry, such as office work, retail, healthcare, or education. People often use the term 'day job' to distinguish it from night shifts, part-time work, or creative pursuits done in their free time. Day jobs provide a consistent schedule and are often associated with full-time employment and benefits.

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A typical day for a Day Care Worker involves supervising and engaging with children through structured activities, playtime, and learning exercises. Responsibilities often include organizing educational games, preparing snacks or meals, ensuring children’s safety, and maintaining open communication with parents about their child’s progress. Collaboration with other staff members is common to coordinate activities and provide the best care possible. The work environment is usually lively and dynamic, requiring patience, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills.

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To thrive as a Daycare Worker, you need a background in early childhood education, basic first aid/CPR certification, and knowledge of child development principles. Familiarity with child care management systems, scheduling software, and safety protocols is typically required. Excellent communication, patience, and problem-solving skills help build trust with children and collaborate effectively with parents and staff. These abilities are crucial for fostering a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports the healthy development of children.

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Work HoursTypically 9 AM - 5 PMUsually overnight shifts, e.g., 11 PM - 7 AM
Work EnvironmentStandard office or retail settingsIndustrial, healthcare, or security settings
Required CertificationsGenerally none specificMay require special certifications like security or healthcare licenses
Industry UsageCommon in retail, office jobs, customer serviceCommon in healthcare, manufacturing, security

Day and Night roles differ mainly in work hours and environment. Day jobs typically involve standard daytime hours in office or retail settings, while Night jobs often require overnight shifts in healthcare, manufacturing, or security sectors. Certifications vary depending on the industry, with Night roles sometimes needing specialized licenses. Understanding these differences helps job seekers choose roles aligned with their preferences and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Day job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,212 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

Day Porter

Harvard Maintenance, Inc

Ewing, NJ • On-site

$13/hr

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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 59 rated cleaning companies

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Day Porter Position Objective

Company Overview:

The Harvard Companies include entities working to serve the business community in the janitorial and protection services areas. Harvard Maintenance and Harvard Protection are two of the largest and fastest growing, privately owned providers of high quality janitorial and security services in the United States. We are an industry leader and are well known for our innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. Our success over the last fifty years stems from Harvard's Inverted Pyramid, which recognizes that our front-line employees are the most important people in our organization. The Inverted Pyramid ensures that our employees feel valued, are given the tools to be successful, and are empowered to execute in their roles. People are also at the center of our Core Values. Our People First core value clearly states that "we are a family organization that promotes respect and embraces diversity".

Basic cleaning, including cleaning of all common areas, restrooms, entrances, elevators, walkways, windows, furniture, fixtures, stairs, chairs, tables, telephones, drinking fountains, trashing, dusting polishing and other assigned items/areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for all basic cleaning
  • Cleaning of restrooms includes restocking toilet tissue and other dispensers, emptying trash, clean and sanitize fixtures, clean mirrors, spot clean partition doors and walls, sweep and mop tile floors, and clean toilets and urinals
  • Move furniture, vacuum, reposition furniture, empty trash and replace liners
  • Check all trash containers prior to moving it
  • Cleaning includes dust mopping, damp mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, gum removal, dusting, picking up larger objects off the floor and spot cleaning glass
  • Performs additional duties as required, including attending to flooded areas, incidental spills, and related clean-up work for trash and restroom concerns
  • Restock carts and closets at the end of each shift
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
  • Minimum of 1 year experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Must be willing to work assigned hours
Compensation

Harvard is offering a competitive hourly pay rate of $13.00 an hour, Part Time 7:00am -3:30pm.

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About Harvard Maintenance

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The Harvard Companies provide important building services to thousands of clients across the business community. Harvard Maintenance and Harvard Protection Services are two of the largest and fastest growing, privately owned providers of high quality janitorial and security services in the United States. We are an industry leader and are well known for our innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. Our success over the last fifty years stems from Harvard's Inverted Pyramid®, which recognizes that our front-line employees are the most important people in our organization. The Inverted Pyramid® ensures that our employees feel valued, are given the tools to be successful, and are empowered to execute in their roles. People are also at the center of our Core Values. Our People First core value clearly states that "we are a family organization that promotes respect and embraces diversity".

Industry

Facilities support services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Miami, FL, US

Year founded

1961

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