Full-time Cleaner / 1st shift / Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, United StatesCompany
Midway Building Services
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
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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:
• Must undergo a drug test (provided by the company)
• Undergo a background check
• E-verify
• 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
Apply for this position
9 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
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:
• Must undergo a drug test (provided by the company)
• Undergo a background check
• E-verify
• 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
Apply for this position
9 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage for non-exempt cleaning staff under the FLSA is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate is required for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Some states mandate higher rates, such as $15.00 per hour minimum in New York as of January 1, 2025.
What is the median annual wage for janitors and cleaners in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for janitors and building cleaners in the US is projected at $40,400 or $19.43 per hour in 2026 based on 3.1 percent annual growth from the May 2023 median of $37,010. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $27,440 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $51,510. Wages vary by location, with higher pay in metropolitan areas like New York at $45,200 median.
What work visa options exist for international applicants seeking cleaning staff jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the H-2B visa allows temporary non-agricultural workers, including cleaning staff for seasonal or peak-load needs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas per fiscal year supplemented by 64,716 additional visas for FY 2025 extending into 2026. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129. Processing time is 2-4 months with fees of $460 base plus $500 fraud fee.
What are the education and experience requirements 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 cleaners, though some employers prefer a high school diploma or equivalent. Entry-level positions typically involve short-term on-the-job training of less than 30 days. No prior experience is necessary for most roles.
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