Weekend Cleaner / Downtown Chicago, IL / English required

Chicago, United States
Weekend Cleaner / Downtown Chicago, IL / English required
Company
Midway Building Services
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Part-time
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Our Company

Midway Building Services understands their most important people are their frontline employees. Our Core Values is to treat every employee with Respect, Dignity and Compassion. Our main goal is for every employee to feel valued and successful within their roles. Our values keep us working towards the same goals, so we can build strong teams and deliver the service our customers count on from us. We all take care of each other, it’s that simple.

We treat our employees how we expect to be treated and doing the right thing matters, always. Midway builds relationships grounded on respect and honesty. We listen and answer with integrity to the needs of our employees, business partners and customers. We aim to be the best company we can be. If you want to work for an organization that’s interested in your success, join us, and help make a difference!

Summary:

The Cleaner provides the upkeep and general cleaning of assigned areas in the interior or exterior of the location including; office spaces, restrooms, eating areas (indoors/outdoors), elevators, drinking fountains, walkways (indoors/outdoors). Must be willing to complete task and work assigned hours.

The Cleaner provides the general cleaning and upkeep of all assigned areas including the following task:
• Clean restrooms, replenish restrooms
• Empty trash, empty recycle bins
• Vacuum carpet, sweep, mop, and dust mop hard surfaces
• Repositioning furniture, dusting, and wiping
• Perform additional duties as required
• The assigned area could be an office building, warehouse, school, university, or other facility.

Requirements:
• Integrity
• Must be willing to complete task and assigned hours
• Follow all health and safety guidelines
• Cooperate with the staff and management
• Excellent communication skills

An Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet/Gender Identity/Orientation

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Saturday and Sunday 7:00am-7:00pm

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States

Q
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for non-exempt cleaning staff is $7.25 per hour as of 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate is required for hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the FLSA. Many states mandate higher rates, such as $17.00 per hour in California effective January 1, 2026.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
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What is the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $18.10 as of 2026 projections from May 2023 data. This equates to a median annual wage of $37,640 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $12.50 per hour, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $25.80 per hour.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What H-2B visa requirements apply to foreign workers seeking cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per USCIS, the H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural cleaning jobs has a FY2026 cap of 66,000 visas, with supplemental caps up to 64,000 additional if authorized by Congress as in prior years. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available and pay at least the prevailing wage of $18.10 per hour for janitors. Applications require Form I-129 filed at least 75 days before work start.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education or experience is needed for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal educational credential is required for janitors and building cleaners, with 94 percent of workers having a high school diploma or less. No prior work experience is typically needed for entry-level positions, as training is provided on the job lasting less than one month. About 1.9 million jobs are projected for 2026-2033 with 4 percent growth.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics