Airbnb Cleaner / House Cleaner (Part-Time) – $18/hr + Paid Parking + Travel Pay

Airbnb Cleaner / House Cleaner (Part-Time) – $18/hr + Paid Parking + Travel Pay


Company
Zest Cleaning Services, LLC
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
18 an hour
Posted
7 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor

Job Description
Job Title:
Airbnb Cleaner / House Cleaner (Part-Time) – $18/hr + Paid Parking + Travel Pay

Location:
Philadelphia, PA (Center City & surrounding areas)

Job Type:
Part-time

Pay:
$18.00 per hour

Typical Hours:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
(Hours vary based on daily schedule and workload)

Job Description

Join a growing professional cleaning team specializing in high-standard Airbnb turnovers and vacation rental cleaning throughout Philadelphia.

At Zest Cleaning, we focus on delivering spotless, guest-ready homes with strong attention to detail, consistency, and efficiency. Our work is fast-paced and physically demanding, and we are looking for dependable team members who can work quickly without sacrificing quality.

Our goal is simple: every home should feel spotless, polished, and guest-ready.

Cleaning experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

What We Offer
• $18.00 per hour
• $5 flat-rate travel pay between scheduled jobs
• Company-paid parking (no out-of-pocket parking expenses while working)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick leave benefits
• Hands-on training and team support
• Growth opportunities including team lead training and advancement

Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have your own reliable vehicle
• Must be comfortable driving and parking in Center City Philadelphia
• Must be available to work part-time between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Must be physically able to lift, bend, squat, climb stairs, and make beds repeatedly
• Must be able to carry linens, supplies, and work through multiple flights of stairs
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications
• Professional cleaning experience preferred (Airbnb, hotel, or residential cleaning)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining high-quality standards
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Able to follow systems and instructions closely

Ideal Candidate

You may be a great fit if you:
• Notice details others miss
• Care about doing the job right, not just finishing fast
• Take pride in spotless, polished results
• Work well on a team
• Understand that “clean” means guest-ready, staged, and detail-finished

Apply only if you take pride in high-quality cleaning and can maintain strong standards in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Application Question(s):
• Do you have your own reliable vehicle?
• Are you comfortable driving in Center City Philadelphia?
• Are you comfortable climbing 3–4 flights of stairs repeatedly?
• In your own words, what does “attention to detail” mean in cleaning?

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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