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Warren City Schools

Day Janitor 1

Orangeville, OH

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Be available to relieve the (later) day janitor for their scheduled lunch period. * Participate in any special cleaning projects in the building that may be scheduled with the Plant Manager. * In ...

Warren City Schools

Day Janitor 2

Orangeville, OH

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Must be able to work on your feet for over 90% of the day. Additional Preferred Qualifications: * Previous experience in commercial cleaning. * Time management skills. Summary of essential job duties

Office Pride

Full Time Janitor

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$16/hr

Daytime * $16 Per Hour * 8:00am - 4:00pm * Monday - Friday * Free uniforms * Training & development * Competitive salary * Flexible schedule Full Time Day Janitor Wanted Hours : 5 Days Per Week ...

MalaceHR

Custodian

Streetsboro, OH

$17/hr

Day Janitor/Custodian Location: Cleveland PDC 9777 Mopar Dr, Streetsboro, OH 44241 Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour Schedule: Monday Friday, 2pn to 10:30pm Employment Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire Position ...

Performance Plus

Daytime Janitor

La Porte, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Daytime Janitor Perfect for Summer Hours! You can accept part time hours or turn it into a full time position. Essential Functions * trash removal * dusting * cleaning restrooms * re-stocking ...

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How much do day janitor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for day janitor in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a day janitor?

Day janitors are cleaning professionals who work during daytime hours to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of facilities such as offices, schools, hospitals, or commercial buildings. Their responsibilities typically include sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, cleaning restrooms, and restocking supplies. In addition to routine cleaning, day janitors may respond to immediate cleaning needs, such as spills or messes, to ensure a safe and pleasant environment throughout the day. They often interact with building occupants and may help with minor maintenance tasks as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a day janitor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Day Janitor, you need a good understanding of cleaning techniques, attention to detail, and physical stamina, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, floor care equipment, and safety protocols such as OSHA standards is commonly required. Reliability, time management, and strong communication skills set outstanding janitors apart in maintaining a clean environment. These abilities ensure safe, hygienic, and pleasant facilities for all occupants, reflecting well on the organization.

What are some typical challenges faced by day janitors and how are they addressed on the job?

Day janitors often work in busy environments where they must balance cleaning tasks with the need to avoid disrupting employees or visitors. A common challenge is managing unexpected messes or spills while adhering to a set cleaning schedule. To address this, day janitors develop strong organizational skills and flexibility, often communicating closely with facility staff to prioritize urgent tasks. They also use discreet cleaning techniques and efficient equipment to maintain a clean workspace with minimal interruption.

Do day janitors work during the day?

Day janitors typically work during daytime hours, often starting in the morning and finishing by late afternoon. Their schedules are usually aligned with regular business hours to clean and maintain facilities when they are least occupied. However, some janitorial roles may include evening or overnight shifts depending on the employer's needs.
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Infographic showing various Day Janitor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,056 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Day Janitor

CARAVAN FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LLC

Sterling Heights, MI • On-site

$17.59/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Janitor

Department: Operations

Reports To: Janitorial Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary Keeps premises of buildings in clean and orderly condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, marble surfaces, and trim.
  • Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and locker rooms and other work areas.
  • Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floor.
  • Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies.
  • Dusts furniture and equipment.
  • Polishes metalwork.
  • Washes walls, ceiling, and woodwork.
  • Washes windows, door panels, and sills.
  • Empties wastebaskets, and empties and cleans ashtrays.
  • Transports trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Replenishes bathroom supplies.
  • Replaces light bulbs.
  • Cuts and trims grass, and shovels snow.
  • Delivers messages.
  • Transports small equipment or tools between departments.
  • Sets up tables and chairs in auditorium or hall.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  • Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger motion, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, climb stairs and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.



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