Janitorial/Cleaning Positions (Full and Part Time)
Company
Diversified Maintenance Systems
Location
Chicago Ridge, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
Join Diversified Maintenance! We're committed to delivering exceptional cleaning, landscaping, and restoration services for commercial facilities. Be part of a welcoming and collaborative team where innovation meets excellence. We offer steady, reliable work in janitorial management, full-time and part-time janitorial roles, maintenance, landscaping, and metal restoration. Part Time
• $16.00 per hour
• Morning
• Monday through Sunday
• Weekly pay
Diversified Maintenance is hiring a Janitor. The Janitor position is responsible for performing all-purpose cleaning and preservation of assigned area inside a particular building or multiple client sites. Exact tasks of janitorial crew are not definite, consequently, must be flexible in performing assigned duties per client's specifications.
Maintain and clean all floor surfaces, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and other objects
use of compactor for certain materials
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaners and equipment
Follow housekeeping schedule
Occasionally use heavy cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers, backpack vacuums, and buffers
Other duties as assigned, as required by the scope of work or customer needs
High school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of six (6) months of experience in a janitorial type position
On the job training will be provided
Prior cleaning or janitorial experience
Familiarity with custodial practices and commercial cleaning standards
Knowledge of floor care techniques including buffing and waxing
Experience in industrial cleaning or facilities maintenance
Diversified Maintenance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department.
• $16.00 per hour
• Morning
• Monday through Sunday
• Weekly pay
Diversified Maintenance is hiring a Janitor. The Janitor position is responsible for performing all-purpose cleaning and preservation of assigned area inside a particular building or multiple client sites. Exact tasks of janitorial crew are not definite, consequently, must be flexible in performing assigned duties per client's specifications.
Maintain and clean all floor surfaces, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and other objects
use of compactor for certain materials
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaners and equipment
Follow housekeeping schedule
Occasionally use heavy cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers, backpack vacuums, and buffers
Other duties as assigned, as required by the scope of work or customer needs
High school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of six (6) months of experience in a janitorial type position
On the job training will be provided
Prior cleaning or janitorial experience
Familiarity with custodial practices and commercial cleaning standards
Knowledge of floor care techniques including buffing and waxing
Experience in industrial cleaning or facilities maintenance
Diversified Maintenance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department.
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.
