Janitor Jobs

Janitor jobs are open across schools, hospitals, office buildings, hotels, and industrial facilities, from entry-level to lead and supervisor roles, with specializations in floor care, biohazard cleaning, and facilities maintenance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles1,914+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerDiversified Maintenance
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type99% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Janitor - Wolfchase Chili's
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Janitor - Wolfchase Chili's
Chili's Grill & Bar
Memphis, Tennessee
Customer Service
Food Service
Hospitality Management
10,000+

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Club Pride (janitor)
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Club Pride (janitor)
LA Fitness
East Walpole, Massachusetts
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$15 - $17/hr
On-Site
OSHA Safety Certification
10,000+

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Housekeeper Janitor
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Housekeeper Janitor
Maywood Healthcare & Wellness Centre
Maywood, California
Cleaning & Housekeeping
Maintenance & Repair
$15.58 - $18.06/hr

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Part-Time Evening Janitor – Asheboro, NC
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Part-Time Evening Janitor – Asheboro, NC
Triad Cleaning Crew, LLC
Asheboro, North Carolina
Cleaning & Housekeeping
Maintenance & Repair

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Janitor - Alaska (North Slope)
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Janitor - Alaska (North Slope)
Denali Universal Services
North Slope, Alaska
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Janitor Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Diversified Maintenance212
  • ESFM124
  • SSC Services for Education69
  • Chili's Grill & Bar56
  • Allied Universal Janitorial Services50

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in janitor jobs.

  • Ability to operate commercial floor buffers, scrubbers, and carpet extractors
  • Knowledge of proper dilution and application of industrial cleaning chemicals
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Completion of OSHA safety training or willingness to complete upon hire
  • Valid driver's license for facilities requiring movement between multiple buildings
  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not always required

Tips for Your Janitor Job Search

List every chemical and equipment you know

Janitor job postings screen for specific tools like floor buffers, auto-scrubbers, and chemicals such as quaternary disinfectants. Pull exact product names from your experience and put them in your resume's skills section so automated screening doesn't pass you over.

Get your OSHA 10 certificate first

Many commercial and industrial janitor roles require proof of safety training before day one. Completing an OSHA 10 general industry course before you apply removes a common conditional-offer hurdle and signals to supervisors that you won't need basic safety orientation on the clock.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists janitor 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 janitorial resume should highlight infection-control protocols and HIPAA-compliant waste disposal. A school district posting wants bloodborne-pathogen training front and center. Match your bullet points to the specific environment in each posting, not a single generic version.

Ask about shift schedules before the offer

Most janitorial openings run second or third shift, and some rotate. Clarify the schedule during the interview so you're not negotiating after an offer is extended. Facilities managers respect direct questions about availability, and it saves both sides time.

Follow up with the facilities manager directly

Janitorial hiring often bypasses HR and sits with the building or facilities manager. After applying, a brief, professional follow-up to that person by name can move your application from a pile to a callback faster than waiting on an automated process.

Janitor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most janitors?

Diversified Maintenance, ESFM, and SSC Services for Education are hiring the most janitors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, school districts, and commercial cleaning contractors tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.

How many janitor jobs are remote?

About 1% of janitor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most of the role requires physical presence in a facility. The small share of remote-adjacent work typically involves administrative coordination for multi-site facilities managers rather than hands-on cleaning duties.

How do you become a janitor?

Start by completing a basic safety course such as OSHA 10 for general industry, which many employers require or strongly prefer. Learn to operate standard commercial cleaning equipment, including floor buffers and auto-scrubbers, either through a prior job or a short vocational program. Apply to entry-level openings at schools, hotels, or office buildings, where on-the-job training is common and prior experience is not always required.

Can you get a janitor job with no experience?

Yes, many janitorial employers hire with no prior cleaning experience and provide training on chemicals, equipment, and safety protocols during onboarding. Showing up on time, demonstrating physical readiness for the work, and holding any relevant safety certification strengthens an application significantly. Starting with a staffing agency that contracts cleaning crews is a reliable way to build a record quickly.

What does the janitor interview process look like?

Most janitor interviews are brief and practical, often conducted by a facilities manager rather than an HR team. Expect questions about your availability, physical stamina, and any prior experience with cleaning chemicals or equipment. Some employers walk you through the facility during the interview to assess whether you understand the scope of work and can identify what needs attention.

Where can I find and apply to janitor jobs?

You can find and apply to janitor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience and the type of facility you want to work in, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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