Cleaner- Day Shift

Cleaner- Day Shift

New York, United States

Company
Imperial Cleaning
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Overview:

Imperial Cleaning is one of the largest independently owned cleaning companies in the nation, providing professional cleaning services to Retail, Offices, Medical Facilities, Schools, Commercial Buildings, Financial Institutions, Municipalities, and more for over 25+ years. Now over 1,000 employees strong, and with consistent double-digit sales growth year over year, Imperial Cleaning is well-positioned to continue its growth.

Should you come to work at Imperial, you will find that we encourage input and creativity from employees at every level within our organization to improve and move our business forward. We welcome new employees to our growing family and team. When you join Imperial Cleaning you become part of a great family culture. At Imperial, we know that our people are our greatest asset, and we take great care to find highly qualified candidates that share our commitment to growth and excellence.

Imperial Cleaning is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive compensation packages and a variety of benefits that provide our staff with a safe, respectful, and professional working environment. Our headquarters is located at 151 Dixon Avenue, Amityville, NY, and is an upscale and professional building.

Job Description:
• Clean buildings/facilities by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming, and cleaning surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect sinks, countertops, floors, toilets, mirrors, tables, chairs, refrigerators, microwaves, etc. in restrooms, break rooms, and/or kitchenettes
• Replenish supplies in restrooms, break rooms, and kitchen
• Empty trash cans and recyclables into disposal areas
• Wipe down walls and woodwork, doors, wall hangings, baseboards, etc.
• Handle additional approved special requests from customers

Identify and report possible repairs

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for employment

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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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