$18.50-$24.50/Cleaning Hr. Day Time & Week Days Only! House Cleaner
Company
Fresh Tech Maid
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
18.50–24.50 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor
Job Description
Join the Clean Team as a Chemical Free Cleaning Technician at FreshTechMaids and let's turn cleaning into a sparkling adventure!
At FreshTechMaids.com, our Chemical Free Cleaning Technicians are serious about cleaning and hardwork... but we also have serious fun! We believe in making cleaning a blast while providing top-notch service to our clients.
Pay: $18.50 to $24.50 per cleaning hour, with a $100 Sign-On Bonus and $600 Quarterly Performance Bonus. Plus, you keep all your tips!
No experience? No problem! We'll turn you into a cleaning ninja in no time with our great 4-week training program.
Requirements for a Chemical Free Cleaning Technician:
(1) Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
(2) Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle.
(3) Ability to pass a criminal background check.
(4) Authorized to work and reside in the United States.
(5) Reliable transportation, either via Public Transportation or a vehicle that is insured. The company pays for your monthly CTA pass and supports your gas cost if you drive.
(6) Empathetic nature and positive attitude.
(7) Capacity to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Why Join Us as a Chemical Free Cleaning Technician?
(1) Zero to Hero: We'll train you from "I-don't-even-own-a-duster" to "Cleaning Connoisseur" in record time.
(2) Cha-Ching! : Competitive pay with the potential to earn enough to buy that gold-plated vacuum you've been eyeing! We also pay for a monthly CTA bus pass for our technicians who utilize public transportation and support your gas costs if you utilize your vehicle.
(3) No Gym? No problem! : Cleaning is a physical job that gets your body moving throughout the day, no need to pay the gym membership fee! Cleaning is hard work, but you can lose weight while working, time just passes quickly!
(4) Rise and Shine: Climb the ranks from Dust Buster to Cleaning Crusader with our seven levels of technician program.The highest pay rate is $24.50 per cleaning hour!"
(5) Flexibility: We support your life goals with scheduling flexibility and moral support! You do not fight for your goals alone, because life's too short to spend all your time cleaning (unless you're getting paid for it)!
(6) No Sneaky Fees: We've got you covered from mop to bucket with zero supplies and equipment fees, so you can focus on the cleaning magic.
(7) Tip Top: Keep every penny of those tips – your piggy bank will thank you!
(8) Safety First: Free PPE to keep you protected from dust storms and soap suds.
(9) Team Spirit: Join a crew that's tighter than a perfectly tucked bedsheet, with regular events to keep the good times rolling.
Benefits:
(1) Quarterly events
(2) Company-sponsored health insurance
(3) Company-sponsored IRA
(4) Paid time off
(5) Free CTA Bus Pass or up to $40 per week gas subsidy, depending on the location of your residence.
(6) Free home cleaning by your wonderful team members.
(7) $100 sign on bonus
(8) Quarterly Performance Bonus: $600
Pay: $18.50 - $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Fuel reimbursement
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
• As part of your job application, this company needs to conduct a pre-employment drug test with your authorization. Failure to authorize may disqualify a job applicant. Are you aware of this policy?
Enter Yes or No
• As part of our conditional offer of employment, we require applicants to undergo a criminal background check. Failure to pass this criminal background check may result in the offer of employment being rescinded. Are you aware of this policy?
Enter Yes or No
• This role requires repeated wrist and arm movements (wiping, mopping, vacuuming), prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and carrying supplies up to 30 lbs. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
Enter Yes or No
• This role may involve working in a dusty environments. Personal protective equipment such as masks will be provided as needed. Are you able to perform cleaning tasks with or without a reasonable accommodation?
Enter Yes or No
• We can be super busy sitting in an office. We can also be super busy moving around all day.
From a scale of 1 to 7 (1 totally prefer to work in a office, 7 is totally prefer to move around all day), please rate your preference.
• To ensure we’re aligned, what is your desired total compensation for two weeks of work?
A = More than $2,000
B= $1,600
C= $1,500
D= $1,400
E= $1,300
F= $1,200
G= 1,000
Enter a letter:
• We have 7 Levels Technicians pay rate: $18.50 - $24.50 / cleaning hr. At Level 1 ($18.50 / cleaning hr), the bi-weekly gross pay is about $1,408. In 3 months, a cleaning technician can move up a level with $19.50 / cleaning hr. Every 3-month, a cleaning technician with great performance can move up until reaching Level 7 ($24.50 / cleaning hr).
From a scale of 1 to 7 (1 is the worst & 7 the best), how would you rate the pay?
• Which situation applies to you the most?
A = Yes, my availability will change in the near future, regardless availability per week
B= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 15 hours per week
C= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 20 hours per week
D= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 25 hours per week
E= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 30 hours per week
F= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 35 hours per week
G= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 40 hours per week
Please enter a letter:
• Can you work as a Full Time Employees which means you are available to work between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday?
Enter Yes or No
• We have two mandatory weekly virtual meetings:
1) Wednesdays from 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM (All-Team)
2) a 15-minute One on One on a weekday between 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Both are remote and can be joined via cell phone. Do you have any challenges attending these consistently?
Enter Yes or No. If yes, please explain.
• I go to work based on the following transportation:
A = Someone will drop me off and pick me up everyday
B = I take Uber/ Lyft
C = I use others vehicle
D = I take Public Transportation
E = 90% of the time I take Public Transportation. For the other 10% of the time, I will take Uber/ Lyft due to extreme weather or traffic
F = I share a vehicle with exclusive use during work hours
G = I drive my own vehicle
Please enter a letter:
• What is your maximum comfortable one-way commute time via your primary mode of transportation (driving or public transit)?
A= 20 min or less (Car or Transit)
B= 25 min (Car) / 35 min (Transit)
C= 30 min (Car) / 50 min (Transit)
D= 40 min (Car) / 1 hour (Transit)
E=45 min (Car) / 1 hour 15 min (Transit)
F= 50 min (Car) / 1 hour 20 min (Transit)
E= 1 hour+ (Car) / 1 hour 30 min+ (Transit)
Please enter a letter:
• Our service involves traveling to various client locations. On average, travel times range as follows:
By Car: 15 mins to 1 hour (Home-to-Client) and 15 to 50 mins (between clients).
By Public Transit: 20 mins to 1.5 hours (Home-to-Client) and 20 to 60 mins (between clients).
Based on your primary mode of transportation, how comfortable are you with these travel requirements on a scale of 1 to 7?
License/Certification:
• driver's license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
At FreshTechMaids.com, our Chemical Free Cleaning Technicians are serious about cleaning and hardwork... but we also have serious fun! We believe in making cleaning a blast while providing top-notch service to our clients.
Pay: $18.50 to $24.50 per cleaning hour, with a $100 Sign-On Bonus and $600 Quarterly Performance Bonus. Plus, you keep all your tips!
No experience? No problem! We'll turn you into a cleaning ninja in no time with our great 4-week training program.
Requirements for a Chemical Free Cleaning Technician:
(1) Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
(2) Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle.
(3) Ability to pass a criminal background check.
(4) Authorized to work and reside in the United States.
(5) Reliable transportation, either via Public Transportation or a vehicle that is insured. The company pays for your monthly CTA pass and supports your gas cost if you drive.
(6) Empathetic nature and positive attitude.
(7) Capacity to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Why Join Us as a Chemical Free Cleaning Technician?
(1) Zero to Hero: We'll train you from "I-don't-even-own-a-duster" to "Cleaning Connoisseur" in record time.
(2) Cha-Ching! : Competitive pay with the potential to earn enough to buy that gold-plated vacuum you've been eyeing! We also pay for a monthly CTA bus pass for our technicians who utilize public transportation and support your gas costs if you utilize your vehicle.
(3) No Gym? No problem! : Cleaning is a physical job that gets your body moving throughout the day, no need to pay the gym membership fee! Cleaning is hard work, but you can lose weight while working, time just passes quickly!
(4) Rise and Shine: Climb the ranks from Dust Buster to Cleaning Crusader with our seven levels of technician program.The highest pay rate is $24.50 per cleaning hour!"
(5) Flexibility: We support your life goals with scheduling flexibility and moral support! You do not fight for your goals alone, because life's too short to spend all your time cleaning (unless you're getting paid for it)!
(6) No Sneaky Fees: We've got you covered from mop to bucket with zero supplies and equipment fees, so you can focus on the cleaning magic.
(7) Tip Top: Keep every penny of those tips – your piggy bank will thank you!
(8) Safety First: Free PPE to keep you protected from dust storms and soap suds.
(9) Team Spirit: Join a crew that's tighter than a perfectly tucked bedsheet, with regular events to keep the good times rolling.
Benefits:
(1) Quarterly events
(2) Company-sponsored health insurance
(3) Company-sponsored IRA
(4) Paid time off
(5) Free CTA Bus Pass or up to $40 per week gas subsidy, depending on the location of your residence.
(6) Free home cleaning by your wonderful team members.
(7) $100 sign on bonus
(8) Quarterly Performance Bonus: $600
Pay: $18.50 - $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Fuel reimbursement
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
• As part of your job application, this company needs to conduct a pre-employment drug test with your authorization. Failure to authorize may disqualify a job applicant. Are you aware of this policy?
Enter Yes or No
• As part of our conditional offer of employment, we require applicants to undergo a criminal background check. Failure to pass this criminal background check may result in the offer of employment being rescinded. Are you aware of this policy?
Enter Yes or No
• This role requires repeated wrist and arm movements (wiping, mopping, vacuuming), prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and carrying supplies up to 30 lbs. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
Enter Yes or No
• This role may involve working in a dusty environments. Personal protective equipment such as masks will be provided as needed. Are you able to perform cleaning tasks with or without a reasonable accommodation?
Enter Yes or No
• We can be super busy sitting in an office. We can also be super busy moving around all day.
From a scale of 1 to 7 (1 totally prefer to work in a office, 7 is totally prefer to move around all day), please rate your preference.
• To ensure we’re aligned, what is your desired total compensation for two weeks of work?
A = More than $2,000
B= $1,600
C= $1,500
D= $1,400
E= $1,300
F= $1,200
G= 1,000
Enter a letter:
• We have 7 Levels Technicians pay rate: $18.50 - $24.50 / cleaning hr. At Level 1 ($18.50 / cleaning hr), the bi-weekly gross pay is about $1,408. In 3 months, a cleaning technician can move up a level with $19.50 / cleaning hr. Every 3-month, a cleaning technician with great performance can move up until reaching Level 7 ($24.50 / cleaning hr).
From a scale of 1 to 7 (1 is the worst & 7 the best), how would you rate the pay?
• Which situation applies to you the most?
A = Yes, my availability will change in the near future, regardless availability per week
B= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 15 hours per week
C= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 20 hours per week
D= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 25 hours per week
E= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 30 hours per week
F= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 35 hours per week
G= No, my availability will not change in the near future. Up to 40 hours per week
Please enter a letter:
• Can you work as a Full Time Employees which means you are available to work between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday?
Enter Yes or No
• We have two mandatory weekly virtual meetings:
1) Wednesdays from 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM (All-Team)
2) a 15-minute One on One on a weekday between 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Both are remote and can be joined via cell phone. Do you have any challenges attending these consistently?
Enter Yes or No. If yes, please explain.
• I go to work based on the following transportation:
A = Someone will drop me off and pick me up everyday
B = I take Uber/ Lyft
C = I use others vehicle
D = I take Public Transportation
E = 90% of the time I take Public Transportation. For the other 10% of the time, I will take Uber/ Lyft due to extreme weather or traffic
F = I share a vehicle with exclusive use during work hours
G = I drive my own vehicle
Please enter a letter:
• What is your maximum comfortable one-way commute time via your primary mode of transportation (driving or public transit)?
A= 20 min or less (Car or Transit)
B= 25 min (Car) / 35 min (Transit)
C= 30 min (Car) / 50 min (Transit)
D= 40 min (Car) / 1 hour (Transit)
E=45 min (Car) / 1 hour 15 min (Transit)
F= 50 min (Car) / 1 hour 20 min (Transit)
E= 1 hour+ (Car) / 1 hour 30 min+ (Transit)
Please enter a letter:
• Our service involves traveling to various client locations. On average, travel times range as follows:
By Car: 15 mins to 1 hour (Home-to-Client) and 15 to 50 mins (between clients).
By Public Transit: 20 mins to 1.5 hours (Home-to-Client) and 20 to 60 mins (between clients).
Based on your primary mode of transportation, how comfortable are you with these travel requirements on a scale of 1 to 7?
License/Certification:
• driver's license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
