Porter Jobs in Austin, TX

In the Hospitality Service industry, a Porter plays a pivotal role in ensuring guests have a satisfactory experience. They are primarily responsible for assisting guests with their luggage, guiding them to their rooms, and providing general information about the hotel or lodging facility and its services. This includes showing them where facilities such as the restaurant, fitness center, business center are located. Furthermore, Porters also often assist in other areas such as maintaining cleanliness in public areas, coordinating with housekeeping and maintenance departments, and sometimes handling minor maintenance tasks.

Essential skills for a Porter include strong customer service skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team. They should also be familiar with the layout of the property and available services. Some employers may require a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous work experience in hospitality, such as working as a Concierge, Bellhop, or Housekeeper, could be advantageous for a person aiming to become a Porter. A certification in hospitality or a related field, while not always required, may increase employment opportunities and advancement potential.

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Restaurant Porter - Unit # 906

  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Collision Porter

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Gerber Collision & Glass - Braker Rd., Austin TX The Porter complements quality repairs by cleaning customer vehicles prior to vehicle delivery....

Dishwasher (Porter) -Austin, TX

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Porters maintain the cleanliness and order in the kitchen as well as maintaining the dishes in the correct storage area....

Day Porter - PT

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

Comply with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company, Clients, and regulatory authorities Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, floors, ceilings...

Porter

  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago

Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors and perform routine maintenance tasks. Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies and notify when reordering is necessary....

Commercial Day Porter- Cedar Park Texas

  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 23 days ago

Vacuum, dust/sweep, and mop floors and stairs. Clean and maintain supplies in restrooms - ensure that facilities are sanitary and stocked for use by clients....

Janitorial Day Porter

  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 25 days ago

Vacuum, dust/sweep, and mop floors and stairs. Clean and maintain supplies in restrooms - ensure that facilities are sanitary and stocked for use by clients....

Cleaning Day Porter Part-Time Monday to Friday 12pm - 5pm

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

reliable, and detail-oriented Day Porter to join our team at a preschool....

Bilingual Day Porter-Full Time

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

individual to join our team as a Daytime Janitorial Porter-Part Time....

Restaurant Porter - Unit 992

  • Austin, TX (5 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX (5 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin'? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Porter

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Mop and vacuum daily in all areas required. Ensure all amenity areas stay clean and presentable throughout the day....

Porter

  • Buda, TX (11 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buda, TX (11 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Your Responsibilities: Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc....

Tasks to include floor care (vacuuming, extracting, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and spotting), trash removal, elevator cleaning, high and low dusting, cleaning of walls and other surfaces as...

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Salary for Porter Jobs in Austin, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Porter positions.



Highest Education Level

Porters in Austin, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
53.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
11.4%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.5%
Master's Degree
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Porters in Austin, TX
Less than 1 year
60.4%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
12.7%
2-4 years
6.0%
8-10 years
0.6%


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