Company
Shift
Location
Elmont, NY (+1 other)
Job type
Full-time
Posted
7 days ago
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via Talent.com
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Job description
Role Overview
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
We're looking for people in the NYC area to record themselves doing normal household activities using their phone and a lightweight head-mounted strap that we provide. This data helps improve household robotic systems.
Example Activities
Examples of activities you may be asked to record include:
• Cooking a meal
• Folding laundry
• Cleaning and tidying up
• Organizing drawers, shelves, or items around the house
• Picking up, moving, and sorting objects
What We Provide
• $20/hour pay
• A lightweight recording strap
• Flexible scheduling — record from home on your own time
• Automatic upload through our app
• Privacy protection, including automatic face blurring for anyone who may appear in the video
About You
• Be based in the New York City area.
• Possess a smartphone with a wide-angle camera (0.5x) and internet access.
• Be comfortable doing normal light household activities.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Be available for one paid 30-minute online training session. xklufbp
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
We're looking for people in the NYC area to record themselves doing normal household activities using their phone and a lightweight head-mounted strap that we provide. This data helps improve household robotic systems.
Example Activities
Examples of activities you may be asked to record include:
• Cooking a meal
• Folding laundry
• Cleaning and tidying up
• Organizing drawers, shelves, or items around the house
• Picking up, moving, and sorting objects
What We Provide
• $20/hour pay
• A lightweight recording strap
• Flexible scheduling — record from home on your own time
• Automatic upload through our app
• Privacy protection, including automatic face blurring for anyone who may appear in the video
About You
• Be based in the New York City area.
• Possess a smartphone with a wide-angle camera (0.5x) and internet access.
• Be comfortable doing normal light household activities.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Be available for one paid 30-minute online training session. xklufbp
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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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