Janitors for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Time Management11%Organizational Skills11%Communication Skills11%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree6%Master's degree6%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years16%6-10 years12%Current company
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Hispanic Housing DevelopmentTime at current job
Less than 1 year27%1-2 years18%2-5 years27%
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Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Janitor: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $53,191 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $40,714 – $69,490 yearly
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Helper A trainee/certified helper C janitor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationEPA CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRLEED CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCustodian/Janitor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Safety ProfessionalFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseAssociate Safety ProfessionalServsafeCleaningSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsJanitor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicensePERC CardDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementJanitorial ExperienceSanitationJanitor/Custodian
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CHHAVeterinary Technician CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPREPA Refrigeration CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceJanitorial
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA Safety CertificationF EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Safety Training UndergoneSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingCustodial ExperienceCleaningBuffingPolishingJanitor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
AEDCertified Safety ProfessionalOSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCleaningSkills
Construction Inspection ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsJanitorial Experience
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What's the average time to fill a janitor role?
The average time to fill a janitor role is 51 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do janitors tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a janitor include: time management, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a janitor?
Common licenses or certifications for janitors include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification and CPR.
What are some job titles related to janitors?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to janitors include: custodian/janitor, janitor/custodian and housekeeping.
What level of education is common for a janitor?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a janitor in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a janitor?
Most janitors have 16 years of professional experience.
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