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Night Shift Janitor Jobs in Decatur, IL (NOW HIRING)

MACON RESOURCES INC

Janitor

Decatur, IL

$17.80/hr

Whether you're a night or day person, MRI has a shift for you! Macon Resources also offers a FANTASTIC benefits package! All full time employees are eligible for health, life, vision, and FREE dental.

Macon Resources, Inc

Janitor

Decatur, IL · On-site

$17.80/hr

Whether you're a night or day person, MRI has a shift for you! Macon Resources also offers a FANTASTIC benefits package! All full time employees are eligible for health, life, vision, and FREE dental.

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How much do night shift janitor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift janitor in Decatur, IL is $16.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $18.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Night Shift Janitor job?

A Night Shift Janitor is responsible for cleaning and maintaining buildings, offices, or facilities during nighttime hours. Their duties typically include sweeping, mopping, sanitizing restrooms, emptying trash, and restocking supplies. Working overnight ensures that the workspace is clean and ready for the next day. This role often requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently. Some positions may also involve minor maintenance tasks or security checks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Night Shift Janitor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Night Shift Janitor, you need practical cleaning skills, attention to detail, and physical stamina, with a high school diploma often preferred. Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment, floor buffers, and handling cleaning chemicals safely is important, and some workplaces may require OSHA safety training. Reliability, strong time management, and the ability to work independently are valuable soft skills in this position. These qualities are essential for maintaining a safe, clean environment efficiently when onsite support may be limited during overnight hours.

What are some common challenges faced by Night Shift Janitors?

Night Shift Janitors often work independently with minimal supervision, which requires strong self-motivation and time management skills. Challenges can include handling unexpected messes, responding to maintenance requests that arise after hours, and ensuring all cleaning tasks are thoroughly completed before the building reopens. The quieter environment typically allows for uninterrupted work, but also means less immediate support from team members. Adapting to overnight schedules and maintaining alertness throughout the shift can also take some adjustment. However, the role offers the benefit of more autonomy and the satisfaction of having a direct impact on the cleanliness and safety of the facility.
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Janitor

Janitor

MACON RESOURCES INC

Decatur, IL

$17.80/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

You may not know it, but MRI is a HUGE building in Decatur we even have a full sized factory and rest areas along the highways to take care of! We need help keeping these areas clean and looking nice. Can you help with that?

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Runs assigned equipment including but not limited to vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers/buffers, carpet cleaning equipment and use of ladders to clean floors, windows, display areas, rest rooms, drinking fountains, vents, hallways; remove indoor and outdoor trash and litter, remove sidewalk snow (if required in assigned area) and move furniture to meet the quality specifications for the work assigned.
  • Supervises the employees and persons served in training when specifically assigned this responsibility on a temporary basis by assigned supervisor.
  • Assists persons served with operating time clock when necessary.
  • Loads and unloads equipment and supplies with care to protect the equipment, vehicle and vehicle bed from damage as assigned.
  • Maintains clean, orderly storage areas at all sites; returns all equipment, tools and supplies to appropriate storage areas at the end of work in designated locations and/or shift; and assists with cleaning of the vehicle used by the crew on a scheduled basis.

ALL SHIFTS ARE AVAILABLE! Whether you're a night or day person, MRI has a shift for you!

Macon Resources also offers a FANTASTIC benefits package! All full time employees are eligible for health, life, vision, and FREE dental. You'll also receive paid vacation, personal, AND sick time! BUT WAIT.. it doesn't stop there! Full time employees will also receive 14 paid holidays INCLUDING your birthday and the opportunity to participate in our 403B retirement plan!

So are you a good fit for MRI? Well, lets find out! MRI is looking for someone with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and an impulse to give back to the community. That's all we need! Well, I suppose there are a few more requirements.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
  • A valid Illinois drivers license is preferred but not required
  • Some experience preferred
  • Effective communication skills

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