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Controlled Contamination Services

MicroCleaner

Elwood, KS · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

The Micro-cleaner is a critical role in the company which ensures the proper cleaning of the cleanroom, controlled environment and GMP laboratory environments. SHIFT DETAILS: Monday - Friday 6:00pm ...

Controlled Contamination Services

MicroCleaner

Windsor, CO · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

The Micro-cleaner is a critical role in the company which ensures the proper cleaning of the cleanroom, controlled environment and GMP laboratory environments. SCHEDULE: Monday 8:00-1:00pm, Tuesday 8 ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for micro cleaner in the United States is $18.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a micro cleaner?

Micro Cleaners are specialized cleaning professionals responsible for maintaining extremely clean and sterile environments, often in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, electronics, and healthcare. They follow strict protocols to remove microscopic contaminants, dust, and particles from cleanrooms and controlled environments. Their work is critical to ensure product quality, prevent contamination, and comply with industry regulations and standards.

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

To thrive as a Micro Cleaner, you need a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of contamination control, and experience with cleaning protocols in controlled environments, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleanroom equipment, HEPA filtration systems, and adherence to industry standards like ISO 14644 are typically required, along with specialized training or certification. Reliability, meticulousness, and good communication skills help ensure thorough cleaning and compliance with strict protocols. These skills are crucial for maintaining contaminant-free environments, which are essential for quality and safety in industries such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, and biotechnology.

What are the typical challenges faced by a micro cleaner in a controlled environment and how can they be managed?

Micro Cleaners often work in highly controlled environments such as cleanrooms, where strict protocols must be followed to prevent contamination. Common challenges include maintaining concentration during repetitive tasks, adapting to frequent gowning procedures, and ensuring that every surface meets rigorous cleanliness standards. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay detail-oriented, follow standard operating procedures closely, and communicate regularly with team members and supervisors. Ongoing training and teamwork can help Micro Cleaners stay updated on best practices and improve efficiency.

What is the difference between Micro Cleaner vs Janitor?

AspectMicro CleanerJanitor
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but training in cleaning protocolsOften no formal certification, but experience preferred
Work EnvironmentSmall-scale, detailed cleaning in offices, medical facilities, or specialized areasLarge-scale cleaning in schools, commercial buildings, and public spaces
Employer & IndustryCleaning service companies, healthcare, officesFacilities management, commercial cleaning companies
Common Search & ComparisonMicro Cleaner vs Janitor

Micro Cleaners focus on detailed, specialized cleaning tasks often in sensitive environments, requiring precision and specific training. Janitors handle broader cleaning duties across larger areas, emphasizing efficiency and general maintenance. While both roles involve cleaning, Micro Cleaners typically work in more specialized settings with a focus on quality and detail, whereas Janitors perform routine cleaning in larger facilities.

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Infographic showing various Micro Cleaner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,665 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

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Controlled Contamination Service

Torrance, CA • On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Controlled Contamination Services has been a national provider of facility solutions, technical and decontamination services, since 1993. Our clients are in the Life Sciences, Technology, IT, Defense and Aerospace industries. Utilizing state of the art strategies, processes and human capital, Controlled-CS ensures the highest degree of service and integrity for the sensitive environment we support; impacting those industries that impact the world.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Micro-cleaner is a critical role in the company which ensures the proper cleaning of the cleanroom, controlled environment and GMP laboratory environments.

SCHEDULED SHIFT: (2 shifts available)

  • Monday- Friday, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform cleaning operations under strict guidelines. Continually monitor the cleanroom cleaning procedures to ensuring all cleanings are completed promptly and correctly.

  • Responsible for participating in continuous training: cGMP training, technical skills, safety, performance improvement.

  • Normal responsibilities include detail document control (using Good Manufacturing Practices).

  • Normal duties include but are not limited to micro-cleaning all surfaces within the controlled environment including ceilings, walls, equipment and floors.

  • The ability to follow customer standard operating procedures in precise detail including documentation.

  • Identify deviations in cleaning and follow through on corrective and preventative actions (variances).

  • Review change to cGMP documentation and re-train.

  • Assist in the cross training of other Controlled Contamination Services personnel.

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

  • Ability to write simple correspondence.

  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

  • All other duties as defined by supervisor.

PRIMARY RESULTS ACCOUNTABLE FOR ACHIEVING:

Other more specific results will be assigned and measured.

  • Must become familiar with cleaning chemical components and safety requirements.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have and be able to consistently apply the following skills at the levels indicated to produce assigned results.

  • Communication Skills

  • Customer Service Skills

  • Initiative Skills

  • Problem Solving Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Required to spend on-the-job time on the following physical activities:

  • Stand

  • Walk

  • Lift/Climb

  • Talk/Hear

  • Use hands to finger, handle or feel

  • Reach with hands or arms

  • The Weight or Force requirement in this position is: Up to 40 pounds

VISION REQUIREMENT:

  • This position requires to have close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), and color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

  • Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

  • Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Controlled Contamination Services is an equal opportunity employer – vets/disability.

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