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J and A Cleaning Company LLC

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Janitorial Cleaner - Broward Schools (South Area)

Miramar, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $20/hr

Follow school safety and cleaning procedures. * Perform other janitorial duties as assigned and much more. Requirements * Must be authorized to work in the United States. * Must pass a Level 2 ...

J and A Cleaning Company LLC

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Janitorial Cleaner - Broward Schools (South Area)

Miramar, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $20/hr

Follow school safety and cleaning procedures. * Perform other janitorial duties as assigned and much more. Requirements * Must be authorized to work in the United States. * Must pass a Level 2 ...

Contract Direct LLC

Custodian - Detroit, MI

Detroit, MI

$14 - $18/hr

Cleaning of a school building Refill dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, hand sanitizer Cleaning restrooms, break-rooms, dusting and trash removal Sweeping, mopping and vacuum ...

Contract Direct LLC

Custodian - Detroit, MI

Detroit, MI

$14 - $18/hr

Complete work with within budgeted time (8 hours) Cleaning of a school building Refill dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, hand sanitizer Cleaning restrooms, break-rooms, dusting and ...

Contract Direct LLC

Custodian - Detroit, MI

Dearborn, MI

$13 - $16.75/hr

Attendance is essential Experience with cleaning schools buildings a plus Must have reliable transportation Must be able to pass a federal background check Ability to work independently and as part ...

Rapid City Area Schools

Team Cleaner

Rapid City, SD

$13.75 - $16.25/hr

Rapid City Area Schools is looking for additional Team Cleaners. School year hours 3:30 pm to 12:00 Working to keep a safe and clean environment for our students, staff, and the community we support.

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How much do cleaning schools jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for cleaning schools in the United States is $14.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a school cleaner do?

Cleaning schools involves maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of school buildings, including classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas. This typically includes sweeping, mopping, vacuuming floors, emptying trash cans, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking supplies. School cleaners play a vital role in creating a safe and healthy environment for students and staff by preventing the spread of germs and ensuring the school is presentable. They may also be responsible for reporting maintenance issues and following safety protocols while using cleaning chemicals and equipment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a school cleaner?

To thrive as a School Cleaner, you need knowledge of cleaning procedures, attention to detail, and physical stamina, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, floor care equipment, and safety protocols is typically required. Reliability, time management, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment that supports students’ and staff’s well-being.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a school cleaner, and how is the work usually structured?

Daily responsibilities for cleaning schools typically include sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors, sanitizing high-touch surfaces, emptying trash bins, and cleaning restrooms and classrooms. Work is often structured around a shift schedule, either before or after school hours, to minimize disruption to students and staff. Team members may be assigned to specific areas or rotate duties to ensure thorough coverage and maintain high hygiene standards throughout the facility. Collaboration with other custodial staff and communication with school administration are important for coordinating tasks and addressing urgent cleaning needs.

What is the difference between Cleaning Schools vs Custodians?

AspectCleaning SchoolsCustodians
CertificationsMay require custodial or cleaning certificationsOften require custodial certifications or training
Work EnvironmentSchool buildings, classrooms, hallwaysSchool facilities, including maintenance areas
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, school districtsSchool districts, educational facilities
Job FocusCleaning and sanitation tasksCleaning, maintenance, minor repairs

Cleaning Schools and Custodians roles overlap significantly, both involve cleaning and sanitation within educational settings. Custodians often have broader responsibilities, including minor repairs and maintenance, while Cleaning Schools may focus primarily on cleaning tasks. Both roles are essential for maintaining a safe and healthy school environment.

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Infographic showing various Cleaning Schools job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,989 per year, or $14.4 per hour.

Detroit Public Schools - Custodian

Detroit, MI

GDI Services Inc US
Facilities Support Services • 10K+ employees

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

205th of 256 rated facilities management

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$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

GDI provides best in class integrated, high level, facility maintenance services to The United States and Canada. We have more than 30,000 team members who will effectively contribute to the success of ours and our customer’s businesses. With almost a century of facility service experience, state of the art business practices, environmentally friendly processes and supplies and an established global reputation, we are able to offer unrivaled client experience and satisfaction.

Responsibilities Include, but not limited to:

Complete work with within budgeted time (8 hours)
Cleaning of a school building
Refill dispensers, toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, hand sanitizer
Cleaning restrooms, break-rooms, dusting and trash removal
Sweeping, mopping and vacuum

Requirements:

Attendance is essential
Experience with cleaning schools buildings a plus
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to pass a federal background check
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Timekeeping (punching into and out of work using a phone-based system)

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About GDI Integrated Facility Services

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When you partner with GDI, we work behind our mission as a commercial cleaning company to consistently deliver the best, most trusted facility services and innovative solutions to meet our clients need and standards. Our executive team is comprised of commercial cleaning company industry leaders who have established knowledge and capabilities on cleaning, technical services and manufacturing for years — leading and steering the ships for almost 24,000 employees in North America. From our humble beginnings in 1926, to becoming the fifth-largest facility services business in North America, GDI would not be the office cleaning company it is today without looking back at how we have grown through purchase/partnership transactions with strong local businesses to help us enter into new geographies, broaden our service offering, add to the strength and depth of our management team and ultimately, to service our clients better.

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Facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Southfield, MI, US

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