Custodian Mon-Fri (6:30am to 9:30am)

Custodian Mon-Fri (6:30am to 9:30am)

Philadelphia, United States

Company
Chimes
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
22 hours ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Job Details

Description

Shift: 6:30am to 9:30am Monday - Friday

Set Hourly Pay Rate: $17.75

Real Id Is Required

Essential Functions:
• Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications
• Comply with uniform dress code and personal hygiene standards
• Clean all assigned areas in accordance with the contract specifications
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and washable surfaces in public areas
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals
• Keep restrooms supplied with required paper products and soap
• Perform routine glass and mirror cleaning
• Scrub tile and wash walls
• Vacuum area rugs and carpets; sweep and mop floors
• Pull trash and recycling and place in proper receptacles
• Dust various surfaces, polish furniture and metal, clean glass tabletops
• Clean and disinfect kitchenettes and break rooms
• Clean and disinfect fitness centers, health centers, and child care centers
• Clean walls, partitions, window blinds, and window sills as required by contract
• Clean corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jams, metal strips, and overhead surfaces
• Clean elevators, escalators, and stairwells
• Clean and police building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets
• Keep tools and supplies clean and orderly
• Empty and clean any public ashtrays and urns
• Spot clean, service restrooms, and police trash
• Perform or assist with special restoration work, as required
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items
• Perform emergency cleaning
• Attend work regularly and report on time
• Attend required meetings and in-service training
• Pass and comply with all building and security requirements and procedures

Secondary Functions:
• Assist with inventory
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Strip, refinish, wax, burnish, buff floors, and clean carpets as required by contract
• Maintain floors including porches and steps at entrances
• Assist with special events by setting up and taking down furniture
• Remove snow and ice from exterior areas and apply ice melt as required by contract
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed
• Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, and stoop
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:
• Ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Ability to follow directions and focus on tasks
• Ability to report problems or relate information
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly
• Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard to self or others
• Ability to notice and report changes in work space conditions
• Ability to notify supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed to perform task
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and company policies
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required—days, nights, holidays, and weekends
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures

Essential Personnel:

This position is designated as essential. This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:
• Six months of custodial work experience preferred
• Custodial training desired
• Candidates with disabilities preferred
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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 nonexempt cleaning staff covered by the FLSA is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states mandate higher rates, such as $15.50 per hour minimum in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
Q What is the median salary for janitors and cleaning staff in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $18.21 per hour or $37,870 annually in 2026 based on May 2023 data adjusted for projected inflation. The lowest 10 percent earn $13.00 per hour, while the highest 10 percent earn $24.50 per hour.
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Q What education or experience is required 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; short-term on-the-job training of less than 1 month is typical. About 70 percent of workers have a high school diploma or equivalent, and employers often prefer less than 6 months of related experience.
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