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Cleaning Assistant jobs are open across residential services, commercial facilities, healthcare settings, and hospitality, from entry-level to experienced roles, with specializations in deep cleaning, sanitation, and floor care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Company Overview
Stanley Steemer is a family-owned cleaning company based in Dublin, Ohio, with services spanning carpet, furniture, tile and grout, hardwood, air ducts, and emergency water restoration. The company operates through company-owned locations and independently owned franchises across the United States.
Overview
We are seeking a Water Restoration Technician / Cleaning Assistant to support emergency restoration and cleaning work. You will help assess affected areas, remove water and debris, and clean and restore homes and businesses while following safety procedures. Emergency response readiness and on-call coverage are part of the role.
Responsibilities
- Assist with water damage and flood restoration, including water removal, drying, and cleanup.
- Support fire restoration, mold remediation, and carpet cleaning as assigned.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, in accordance with safety protocols.
- Communicate professionally with customers, operate a company vehicle when assigned, and document work; Xactimate experience is useful.
- Your impact: Careful, timely restoration work helps customers return to clean, usable spaces after property damage.
Experience
- Cleaning, customer service, and safety protocol adherence are important.
- Restoration industry experience and construction experience are preferred; related experience in water damage restoration is an asset.
- Ability to participate in on-call coverage and respond to emergency assignments is required.
- Familiarity with PPE use, respiratory protection, hand and power tools, and company vehicle operation is beneficial.
- Experience with fire restoration, flood restoration, mold remediation, carpet cleaning, Xactimate, or asbestos abatement is helpful.
Candidates with restoration experience have the ability to be fast tracked for advancement opportunities.
Pay: $15.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 45.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Able to work on Saturdays?
License/Certification:
- Florida State Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Company Overview
Stanley Steemer is a family-owned cleaning company based in Dublin, Ohio, with services spanning carpet, furniture, tile and grout, hardwood, air ducts, and emergency water restoration. The company operates through company-owned locations and independently owned franchises across the United States.
Overview
We are seeking a Water Restoration Technician / Cleaning Assistant to support emergency restoration and cleaning work. You will help assess affected areas, remove water and debris, and clean and restore homes and businesses while following safety procedures. Emergency response readiness and on-call coverage are part of the role.
Responsibilities
- Assist with water damage and flood restoration, including water removal, drying, and cleanup.
- Support fire restoration, mold remediation, and carpet cleaning as assigned.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, in accordance with safety protocols.
- Communicate professionally with customers, operate a company vehicle when assigned, and document work; Xactimate experience is useful.
- Your impact: Careful, timely restoration work helps customers return to clean, usable spaces after property damage.
Experience
- Cleaning, customer service, and safety protocol adherence are important.
- Restoration industry experience and construction experience are preferred; related experience in water damage restoration is an asset.
- Ability to participate in on-call coverage and respond to emergency assignments is required.
- Familiarity with PPE use, respiratory protection, hand and power tools, and company vehicle operation is beneficial.
- Experience with fire restoration, flood restoration, mold remediation, carpet cleaning, Xactimate, or asbestos abatement is helpful.
Candidates with restoration experience have the ability to be fast tracked for advancement opportunities.
Pay: $15.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 45.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Able to work on Saturdays?
License/Certification:
- Florida State Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cleaning assistant jobs.
- Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout a full shift
- Experience with commercial cleaning chemicals, dilution ratios, and safe handling procedures
- Knowledge of sanitation and infection control standards in commercial or healthcare environments
- Reliability and availability for early morning, overnight, or weekend shifts
- Basic English reading ability to follow safety labels, checklists, and work orders
- High school diploma or GED preferred, though many employers hire without one
Tips for Your Cleaning Assistant Job Search
List every cleaning tool you know
Employers scan for specific equipment like floor buffers, industrial vacuums, steam cleaners, and pressure washers. Name each one you've used in your resume's skills section so hiring managers can confirm your hands-on experience at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cleaning assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to the setting
A hospital cleaning assistant role prioritizes infection control and chemical handling, while a hotel role stresses speed and room turnovers. Match the language in your resume to the specific environment in the job posting, not a one-size-fits-all template.
Highlight certifications on your resume
If you hold an OSHA 10 card, a bloodborne pathogen certificate, or a Green Seal-recognized training credential, put it near the top of your resume. Many commercial and healthcare employers filter for these before reading further.
Prepare for a walkthrough interview
Many cleaning assistant interviews include a brief facility walkthrough where a supervisor points out a soiled surface or stocked cart and asks what you'd do. Know your chemical dilution ratios, PPE requirements, and proper disposal steps before you walk in.
Negotiate schedule before accepting an offer
Cleaning assistant shifts often run early morning, overnight, or weekend rotations that don't appear clearly in job postings. Ask about the exact schedule, split-shift policies, and whether overtime is required before you accept, so the role actually fits your life.
Cleaning Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cleaning assistants?
TEC Services, Corporate Cleaning, and Hagopian Cleaning Services are hiring the most cleaning assistants right now, with openings concentrated in Michigan, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to spike around facility contract renewals and seasonal hospitality peaks.
How many cleaning assistant jobs are remote?
About 8% of cleaning assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and they are almost entirely limited to supervisory, scheduling, or quality-inspection roles rather than hands-on cleaning positions. The vast majority of cleaning assistant jobs require on-site presence at the facility being serviced.
How do you become a cleaning assistant?
Start by learning the basics of chemical safety, PPE use, and common equipment like mops, vacuums, and floor buffers, which you can often pick up through a short on-the-job orientation. Applying to entry-level openings at janitorial service companies, hotels, or healthcare facilities is the most direct path, as most employers train new hires on their specific procedures and products.
Can you get hired as a cleaning assistant with no experience?
Yes, many cleaning assistant roles are open to candidates with no prior cleaning experience, especially in commercial janitorial companies and hospitality settings that run their own training programs. Demonstrating physical stamina, reliability, and a willingness to follow detailed checklists matters more to most employers than a previous cleaning job on your resume.
What does the cleaning assistant interview process look like?
Most cleaning assistant interviews are brief and practical, often starting with a short phone or in-person conversation about your availability, physical ability, and comfort with cleaning chemicals. Some employers follow up with a facility walkthrough where they describe a scenario and ask how you'd handle it, checking that you understand basic sanitation procedures and safety protocols before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to cleaning assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to cleaning assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your availability, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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