Senior Lead Custodian / Dallas, TX

Senior Lead Custodian / Dallas, TX

Dallas, United States

Company
Malone
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
20 hours ago
Via
via Malone Workforce Solutions

Job Description
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Job ID: 841337

Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead – DFW Airport
• Airport Cleaning Supervisor | Cabin Cleaning Lead | Janitorial Team Lead
• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
• Competitive Pay (Based on Experience)
• Starting Pay $15.50/hour
• Full-Time | All Shifts (Including Nights, Weekends & Holidays)

Lead the Team That Keeps Aircraft Clean, Safe, and Ready for Takeoff

We are hiring a Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead to oversee a team responsible for cleaning and preparing aircraft cabins between flights at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. This leadership role is ideal for someone with janitorial, airport, or facilities experience who is ready to step up and lead in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and supervise a team of cabin cleaners servicing aircraft between arrivals and departures
• Ensure aircraft interiors are cleaned quickly and thoroughly (seats, tray tables, lavatories, aisles, galleys)
• Coordinate team assignments to meet tight airline turnaround schedules
• Inspect work to ensure quality, safety, and airline compliance standards
• Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety, and equipment use
• Monitor supplies and ensure cleaning materials are stocked and ready
• Communicate with airport operations and supervisors to keep flights on schedule
• Step in to assist with cleaning duties as needed

Requirements:
• Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning
• Prior leadership, supervisor, or team lead experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment
• Strong communication and team coordination skills
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in confined aircraft spaces
• Reliable attendance and flexible availability (including nights/weekends/holidays)
• Must be able to pass background check and airport badging requirements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States

Q What is the median hourly wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners, is $19.00 as of May 2026. The annual median wage is $39,500 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn $14.00 per hour, while the top 10 percent earn $26.50 per hour.
Q What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff in the United States in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026. Cleaning staff classified as non-exempt receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. State minimum wages are higher in 30 states, such as $17.00 per hour in California.
Q What visa is required for non-US citizens to work cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign workers need an H-2B nonimmigrant visa for temporary cleaning staff roles in non-agricultural settings like hotels or stadiums. The fiscal year 2026 H-2B cap totals 66,000 visas, split into 44,000 for new entrants and 22,000 for returning workers from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification before filing Form I-129.
Q What education or experience is needed for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal education is required for janitors and cleaning staff jobs. About 40 percent of workers have a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior experience is typically not needed. Employers provide on-the-job training lasting up to 1 month.
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