Janitor-Part Time|Part-Time Job|Chicago | Part Time Job

September 30, 2026

Your Next Part-Time Step in Chicago

Job Title: Janitor - Part Time – Flexible Part-Time Role Hiring Organization: Costco Based in: Chicago, IL (a central Chicago location) Career Level: Junior / Trainee (Perfect as a first part-time job).

Compensation (Part-Time): $18-$25/Hour (approx. $26k/Year) Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours. Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Chicago.

Core Focus

This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Facility Maintenance space in Chicago.

This part-time role in Chicago is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
Our Costco part-time team in Chicago, IL is growing.
Benefit from working part-time in Chicago, a key hub for the Facility Maintenance industry.

Part-Time Janitor

About Costco

We operate large warehouse stores that serve millions of members daily across hundreds of locations. Our teams maintain clean facilities to ensure a safe shopping and working environment for everyone. When you embark on a career in part time janitor jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a dependable team of 15 maintenance staff who take pride in keeping our 150,000 square foot building spotless.

Job Summary

You will operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment to maintain pristine floors and restrooms during flexible part-time shifts. This 20-hour per week schedule lets you easily balance school, family, or another job. You will serve as On-site, delivering the signature Detail-oriented that sets Costco apart in the facility maintenance.

Comprehensive Responsibilities

Floor Care: Operate an Advance ride-on floor scrubber covering 30,000 square feet hourly.
Waste Management: Empty 40 cardboard and trash bins using heavy-duty material handling carts.
Sanitation: Disinfect 12 restroom stalls using commercial-grade germicidal cleaners every shift.
Spill Response: Clean liquid spills within 3 minutes using wet floor signs and absorbents.

Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary

We support our part-time team members with reliable perks that protect your well-being.

Salary: $19.50–$24.00 per hour
Schedule Flexibility: Choose morning or evening 4-hour shifts that fit your routine.
Retirement Plan: Access a 401(k) program with company matching contributions.
Store Membership: Receive a complimentary annual warehouse membership card.

Requirements & Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to stand and walk for 5 hours straight.
Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds independently.
Available to work weekend opening or closing shifts.

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