Senior Lead Custodian / Dallas, TX
Company
Malone
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
20 hours ago
Via
via Malone Workforce Solutions
Job Description
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Job ID: 841337
Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead – DFW Airport
• Airport Cleaning Supervisor | Cabin Cleaning Lead | Janitorial Team Lead
• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
• Competitive Pay (Based on Experience)
• Starting Pay $15.50/hour
• Full-Time | All Shifts (Including Nights, Weekends & Holidays)
Lead the Team That Keeps Aircraft Clean, Safe, and Ready for Takeoff
We are hiring a Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead to oversee a team responsible for cleaning and preparing aircraft cabins between flights at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. This leadership role is ideal for someone with janitorial, airport, or facilities experience who is ready to step up and lead in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and supervise a team of cabin cleaners servicing aircraft between arrivals and departures
• Ensure aircraft interiors are cleaned quickly and thoroughly (seats, tray tables, lavatories, aisles, galleys)
• Coordinate team assignments to meet tight airline turnaround schedules
• Inspect work to ensure quality, safety, and airline compliance standards
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety, and equipment use
• Monitor supplies and ensure cleaning materials are stocked and ready
• Communicate with airport operations and supervisors to keep flights on schedule
• Step in to assist with cleaning duties as needed
Requirements:
• Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning
• Prior leadership, supervisor, or team lead experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment
• Strong communication and team coordination skills
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in confined aircraft spaces
• Reliable attendance and flexible availability (including nights/weekends/holidays)
• Must be able to pass background check and airport badging requirements
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Job ID: 841337
Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead – DFW Airport
• Airport Cleaning Supervisor | Cabin Cleaning Lead | Janitorial Team Lead
• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
• Competitive Pay (Based on Experience)
• Starting Pay $15.50/hour
• Full-Time | All Shifts (Including Nights, Weekends & Holidays)
Lead the Team That Keeps Aircraft Clean, Safe, and Ready for Takeoff
We are hiring a Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead to oversee a team responsible for cleaning and preparing aircraft cabins between flights at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. This leadership role is ideal for someone with janitorial, airport, or facilities experience who is ready to step up and lead in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and supervise a team of cabin cleaners servicing aircraft between arrivals and departures
• Ensure aircraft interiors are cleaned quickly and thoroughly (seats, tray tables, lavatories, aisles, galleys)
• Coordinate team assignments to meet tight airline turnaround schedules
• Inspect work to ensure quality, safety, and airline compliance standards
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety, and equipment use
• Monitor supplies and ensure cleaning materials are stocked and ready
• Communicate with airport operations and supervisors to keep flights on schedule
• Step in to assist with cleaning duties as needed
Requirements:
• Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning
• Prior leadership, supervisor, or team lead experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment
• Strong communication and team coordination skills
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in confined aircraft spaces
• Reliable attendance and flexible availability (including nights/weekends/holidays)
• Must be able to pass background check and airport badging requirements
2000027
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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.
