Date posted: July 2, 2026
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE)
Job Description: Market Porter
Department: Operations
Reports To: Redding Public Market Management
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Part-Time) (Full-Time)
Location: Redding Public Market, 1551 Market Street, Redding, CA 96001
Position Summary
As a Porter at Redding Public Market (RPM), you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for our guests and tenants. This janitorial-focused position ensures the market's common areas, bathrooms, and walkways remain spotless, supporting our high-traffic operations with 1,000 weekday and 1,500 weekend visitors. Your attention to detail will help uphold RPM's standards as a premier public market, similar to Oxbow Public Market.
Key Responsibilities
- Night Shift: must be available 9pm-6am, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Day shift: hours and days vary, must be available weekend and holidays.
- Perform general cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and trash removal across multiple areas of the facility
- Conduct specialized cleaning procedures including floor care, buffing, and polishing to maintain high standards of cleanliness
- Handle custodial responsibilities for restrooms and common areas.
- Maintain supplies and report inventory needs to ensure continuous availability of cleaning materials
- Perform minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or fixing fixtures when necessary
- Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment during all cleaning activities
- Assist with occasional residential painting or lighting maintenance projects as needed
- Follow RPM's safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to waste management procedures.
Experience and Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior janitorial or custodial experience preferred; experience in commercial or industrial cleaning is highly desirable
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques including sweeping, mopping, and buffing.
- Familiarity with facilities maintenance practices and basic repair skills.
- Experience operating cleaning machinery such as buffers and extractors is a plus.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of cleanliness
- Strong attention to detail to ensure thorough cleaning of all designated areas
- This role is vital in maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. Candidates should be reliable, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent custodial service.
- Availability (25+ hours/week) 6:00pm t 9:00am includes weekends, and holidays.
- Must be at least 18 years old; reliable transportation required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift (up to 50 lbs) for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift).
- Frequent pushing/pulling of carts, mopping, and carrying supplies.
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals and outdoor elements in the patio area.
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly Rate Range: $18-$25 (DOE)
- Part-time position with opportunity to move into full time.
- Benefits include access to RPM's perks such as employee discounts at certain market tenants, and opportunities for growth within Front Door Hospitality LLC.
- Paid training and uniform provided.
Redding Public Market is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Part-time or Full-time (DOE)
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Janitorial / Cleaning: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
