Cleaning Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
Cleaning visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey span commercial janitorial services, hospital environmental services, and hotel housekeeping across major employment centers like Newark, Jersey City, and Atlantic City. Large healthcare systems such as RWJBarnabas Health and hospitality employers along the Shore regularly hire for these roles, with many positions supported through H-2B or employer-sponsored permanent residence pathways.
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INTRODUCTION
Store - NWK-CLARK, NJ Maintain a high standard of overall look and feel of the store which includes maintaining store cleanliness and recovery standards to deliver our Brand Promises. Deliver friendly customer service, help customers shop our store and find what they’re looking for.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collects and disposes of trash following approved procedures.
- Dust and damp mops floors following approved procedures.
- Moves equipment and products for proper cleaning and places products back in correct placement.
- Cleans assigned areas with the use of assigned materials and equipment.
- May require mixing water and detergents in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
- Deep clean key areas of the store including but not limited to bathrooms, breakrooms, entry ways and other high traffic areas to maintain a clean, safe environment for customers and staff.
- Must keep cleaning equipment neat and orderly; notify supervisor of supply needs in advance for replenishment.
- Seeks out areas requiring cleaning; takes initiative to complete the task.
- Completes all tasks assigned by supervisor.
- Performs tasks in accordance with all federal, state and county guidelines.
- Maintain positive and respectful interactions with both team members and customers, even in difficult situations, in keeping with the organization’s vision and values.
- Project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members.
Other Duties As Assigned May Include
- Provide a fast and friendly check out experience; execute cash handling to standards.
- Engage customers on benefits of Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments.
- Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship from Store (SFS).
- Participate in the truck unload, stocking, and planogram (POGs) processes.
- Support shrink and safety programs.
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail and/or cleaning experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to move throughout the store.
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching.
- Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment.
- If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings.
- Use of standard commercial cleaners and chemicals from cleaning supplies.
LOCATION
Location: NWK-CLARK, NJ
COMPENSATION
Total Base Pay Range For This Position: $17.25 - $20.00
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
EEO Statement
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job. Michaels requires all team members in this role to be at least sixteen (16) years or older.

INTRODUCTION
Store - NWK-CLARK, NJ Maintain a high standard of overall look and feel of the store which includes maintaining store cleanliness and recovery standards to deliver our Brand Promises. Deliver friendly customer service, help customers shop our store and find what they’re looking for.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collects and disposes of trash following approved procedures.
- Dust and damp mops floors following approved procedures.
- Moves equipment and products for proper cleaning and places products back in correct placement.
- Cleans assigned areas with the use of assigned materials and equipment.
- May require mixing water and detergents in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
- Deep clean key areas of the store including but not limited to bathrooms, breakrooms, entry ways and other high traffic areas to maintain a clean, safe environment for customers and staff.
- Must keep cleaning equipment neat and orderly; notify supervisor of supply needs in advance for replenishment.
- Seeks out areas requiring cleaning; takes initiative to complete the task.
- Completes all tasks assigned by supervisor.
- Performs tasks in accordance with all federal, state and county guidelines.
- Maintain positive and respectful interactions with both team members and customers, even in difficult situations, in keeping with the organization’s vision and values.
- Project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members.
Other Duties As Assigned May Include
- Provide a fast and friendly check out experience; execute cash handling to standards.
- Engage customers on benefits of Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments.
- Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship from Store (SFS).
- Participate in the truck unload, stocking, and planogram (POGs) processes.
- Support shrink and safety programs.
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail and/or cleaning experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to move throughout the store.
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching.
- Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment.
- If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings.
- Use of standard commercial cleaners and chemicals from cleaning supplies.
LOCATION
Location: NWK-CLARK, NJ
COMPENSATION
Total Base Pay Range For This Position: $17.25 - $20.00
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
EEO Statement
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job. Michaels requires all team members in this role to be at least sixteen (16) years or older.
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Which companies sponsor visas for cleaning jobs in New Jersey?
Healthcare systems including RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health hire environmental services workers and have sponsored visas through employment-based green card pathways. Facilities management contractors such as ABM Industries and Aramark operate extensively across New Jersey's office towers, universities, and hospitals and have filed Labor Condition Applications for cleaning and janitorial roles. Atlantic City casino and hotel properties are also known employers in this category.
Which visa types are most common for cleaning roles in New Jersey?
The H-2B temporary nonimmigrant visa is the most common pathway for seasonal cleaning work, particularly in hospitality and resort settings. For permanent positions in healthcare or large facilities management companies, employers sometimes sponsor EB-3 (Other Workers) immigrant visas through the PERM labor certification process. H-1B is not applicable to cleaning roles since they do not qualify as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most cleaning sponsorship jobs?
Newark leads the state due to its concentration of hospitals, Newark Liberty International Airport facilities, and commercial real estate. Jersey City follows closely, driven by its high-density office and residential building stock. Atlantic City generates consistent demand through its casino resorts and hotels. Edison and Parsippany are also active markets given their large corporate campuses and warehousing facilities that rely on contract cleaning services.
How to find cleaning visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate lists cleaning and janitorial roles in New Jersey that are filtered specifically for visa sponsorship eligibility, saving you time over general job searches. You can browse by city or employer type to target healthcare, hospitality, or facilities management openings. Because sponsoring a cleaning worker requires an employer to go through a formal visa or PERM process, focusing on larger institutional employers shown on Migrate Mate improves your chances of finding genuine sponsorship opportunities.
Are there any New Jersey-specific considerations for cleaning visa sponsorship?
New Jersey's prevailing wage requirements under state law can be higher than federal minimums, which affects the wage an employer must certify when filing an H-2B petition or PERM application. The state's dense healthcare sector and its proximity to New York City make it a competitive hiring market, meaning institutional employers with established HR and immigration compliance functions are more likely sponsors than small independent cleaning contractors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored cleaning jobs in New Jersey?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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