Opens in a new tab
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Open 24 hours
American Janitorial Services NYC

Janitorial Staffing Services in NYC With Vetted Staff on Site in 24 to 48 Hours

Serving NYC Commercial Properties Since 2007

 

When a cleaner quits or stops showing up, the building still has to open clean the next morning. Posting the job and running background checks can take weeks. Until someone new starts, your team ends up covering the gap. American Janitorial Services steps in with janitorial staffing in NYC. We place vetted, W-2, background-checked day porters, night janitors, floor techs, and lead custodians, usually within a day or two. With every shift covered, you get back to your own work.

  • The Staffing Gap

Janitorial Staffing for the Cleaning Gaps Hiring Can’t Fill Fast Enough

With janitorial staffing, you get extra cleaning staff who work inside the operation you already run.

Most cleaning gaps don’t start with a bad building or a careless manager. They start when a dependable janitor moves on, a night shift sits empty, or a porter calls out with nobody ready to step in. Cleaning teams also tend to turn over faster than most other workforces. Each new hire then has to learn your floors, your access rules, and your tenants from the beginning. While the role stays open, trash builds up, restrooms run low, and complaints land on the person who manages the building.

Here’s what changes once we staff the role:

  • Open shifts filled without weeks of job posts
  • The right person matched to each role and shift
  • Cleaning schedules that hold through staff changes
  • Less hiring paperwork for your office team
  • Coverage from one company across all five boroughs

American Janitorial Services takes the recruiting, vetting, and employment off your desk. After more than 20 years of running commercial cleaning across NYC, our team knows what a dependable porter or floor tech looks like before anyone reaches your site. With us covering the role, your building stays on its cleaning schedule.

Get a Free Quote
  • Roles We Place

The Janitorial Roles Our Staffing Team Fills Every Day

Four roles make up our janitorial staffing services in NYC. Together they cover daily janitorial work, after-hours cleaning, floor care, and crew leadership. Each placement matches the shift and the skill your site is missing. The duties below follow the cleaning scope your team already sets.

Day Porters

Lobbies cleaned overnight should still look fresh by lunchtime, but overflowing restroom bins, empty paper dispensers, and spills near the elevators can quickly make your building look neglected. Heavy daytime traffic undoes the night crew’s work within a few hours. Our day porters handle that during business hours by restocking restrooms, emptying bins, and wiping up spills as they happen. Visitors find the building as clean in the afternoon as it was at opening.

What They Handle

  • Restroom Restocking: Paper, soap, and supplies get refilled throughout the day.
  • Lobby & Entrance Care: Floors, glass, and touch points stay clean while traffic moves through.
  • Quick Touch-Ups: Elevator buttons, handrails, and front counters get wiped between busy hours.

Night Janitors

If the night crew is one person short, the work doesn’t disappear. The rest of the team either rushes through it or leaves parts undone. Full bins and dirty restroom floors are often the first signs by morning. Night janitors placed by American Janitorial Services clean offices, restrooms, and break rooms once your staff head home. Each morning, the first person through the door walks into a finished job.

What They Handle

  • Office & Desk Cleaning: Desks are dusted, trash goes out, and carpets are vacuumed after hours.
  • Restroom Sanitizing: Fixtures, floors, and high-touch surfaces are cleaned on every shift.
  • Break Room Reset: Counters, sinks, and appliances are wiped down before morning.

Floor Techs

Mopping keeps hard floors clean from day to day, but it can’t restore a finish that has worn thin. Bringing back that finish takes someone trained on commercial floor machines. Each floor tech we place is matched for that work on vinyl, tile, and other hard surfaces. Keeping the finish in good shape also pushes back the cost of replacing worn flooring.

What They Handle

  • Strip & Wax: Old finish is removed before fresh coats go down on hard floors.
  • Buffing & Burnishing: Vinyl and tile get their shine back between full refinishes.
  • Carpet Care: Carpeted hallways and offices are cleaned with hot water extraction.

Lead Custodians

Even a full crew can fall behind when nobody on site owns the checklist. Tasks slip between shifts as newer staff guess at the routine instead of learning it. For buildings that need someone to lead the crew, we place lead custodians who organize the daily work and keep everyone on your cleaning scope. Questions about the work go to one dependable person on site instead of several.

What They Handle

  • Crew Coordination: Daily tasks are assigned and tracked across the cleaning team.
  • Checklist Follow-Through: Your cleaning scope stays on schedule every day.
  • Shift Handoffs: Open tasks pass clearly from one shift to the next.
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services
Building Cleaning Services

Get Vetted Cleaning Staff on Site Within 24 to 48 Hours

A short-staffed week doesn’t have to become a short-staffed month!

Most hiring processes are still collecting applications by the time our placements begin. Share the role, the shift, and your address with our team. We take the search from there and send staff who are ready to start.

Fill My Open Shift
  • Who We Staff For

Who We Staff for Across NYC Buildings & Job Sites

We work with teams that already run a cleaning operation and need more hands to keep it on track. Placements cover offices, retail stores, commercial facilities, and residential buildings.

01

Facility Directors

Facility directors answer for every missed bin, even when the cleaning team is two people short. Pulling maintenance staff onto cleaning duty only moves the gap elsewhere. Our janitorial staffing agency places porters and janitors who follow the scope you already use. Your maintenance team goes back to repairs and projects.

02

Property & Building Managers

Tenant emails about overflowing trash rooms and empty soap dispensers often start the same week a cleaner leaves. Each complaint reaches the manager, even when the cause is an open position. Through our building maintenance staffing, porters and night janitors step into the shifts left behind. Once the common areas stay clean, the complaints slow down.

03

Condo & HOA Boards

Vacation season can leave a building with one porter doing the work of two. Residents still expect the lobby and hallways to look the same as any other month. Temporary janitorial services from our team cover those weeks with relief staff who follow your routine. Regular staff take their time off without the building falling behind.

04

General Contractors

Handover dates rarely move, even when the final clean runs behind. Dust settles on fixtures and floors need a last pass right before the walkthrough. American Janitorial Services sends temporary cleaning staff in the numbers the job needs. Owners get the keys to a clean space on the day you promised.

Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
Commercial Janitorial Services
  • Our Work

NYC Brands That Already Trust Our Team

The same standards behind our cleaning teams guide every person we place.

  • Peak Design NYC Store: Our team cleans its Lafayette Street store every week before opening.
  • Baires Grill: The West 50th Street steakhouse gets restaurant cleaning 7 days a week.
  • Untold Studios: Its Spring Street studio is cleaned 4 times a week.

Don’t see your zip code? Don’t worry. We cover all of Brooklyn. 

  • Our Process

Start Your Staffing Request in Four Simple Steps

Getting cleaning staff in place takes one short call and very little of your time.

01- Tell Us What You Need

Call or send the form with the role, the shift, and the address that needs coverage.

02- Get Matched With the Right Staff

Our team selects background-checked W-2 staff who fit the role and your building.

03- Welcome Your New Staff

Your placement starts on site within a couple of days of the request.

04- Leave the Paperwork to Us

We handle payroll and employment records for as long as the placement runs.

Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
Janitorial Cleaning Company
  • Why Choose Us

Why NYC Facilities Hire Their Cleaning Staff Through Us

Choosing a cleaning staffing agency comes down to who you trust inside your building. Here’s what stands behind every placement we make:

  • Commercial Cleaning Experience: More than 20 years of running NYC commercial cleaning guides every hire we make.
  • W-2 Employment: Each placed worker is employed by our company on a W-2 basis.
  • Background-Checked Staff: Screening is finished before anyone gets access to your building.
  • Insured and Bonded: Full insurance and bonding stand behind every placement, with a certificate of insurance available for your building.
  • Proven Track Record: Across New York, the team has completed 10K+ commercial cleanings and 3,500+ jobs.
  • Recognized Service: A 5.0-star rating sits alongside BBB accreditation and three Angi Super Service Awards.
  • Open 7 Days a Week: Staffing requests are taken every day from 7 am to 8 pm.
  • Janitorial Staffing Services

Add the Hands Over Half of Cleaning Departments Say They Need

Being short-staffed shouldn’t be the normal way to run a business!

When the crew is one person down, everyone else works longer and still leaves tasks behind. Bring in background-checked W-2 staff and let your team finish each shift without cutting corners.

Speak With Our Team
  • Customer testimonials

Janitorial Highlights Hear Directly From Our Happy Clients! 

Exceptional 5 RatingRating Score: 5 Of 5, Based On 145+ Reviews
American Janitorial Services place picture
5.0
Based on 165 reviews
Shelving units in our inventory shop were dusted systematically top to bottom, ensuring products stay clean and easy for stockclerks to handle every single day
Rosalie Harper profile picture
Rosalie Harper
2 months ago
We recently moved into our office and wanted professional cleaning before unpacking. The team cleaned carefully, removed leftover dust, and made the rooms ready for us.
Cody Ward profile picture
Cody Ward
2 months ago
The cleaners arrived at the agreed time and brought their supplies. They worked through the office methodically and left everything looking clean, fresh, and properly arranged.
Charles Peterson profile picture
Charles Peterson
3 months ago
We wanted the shop cleaned before returning from vacation. The team arrived as scheduled, worked quietly, and left everything fresh so coming home felt much nicer.
Tanner Brooks profile picture
Tanner Brooks
3 months ago
We decided to try professional cleaning because our schedule had become too busy. The cleaners saved us time and left the home looking organized and comfortable.
Joe Kelly profile picture
Joe Kelly
4 months ago
The consistency of this service is what keeps us coming back. No matter which crew member is scheduled, the quality of the cleaning remains high. They are punctual, friendly, and take the time to ensure the job is done right. It’s hard to find good help, and they are reliable.
Christian Bell profile picture
Christian Bell
4 months ago
We needed specialized cleaning for our server room and technical areas. This company sent a trained technician who understood how to handle the sensitive equipment properly. They were cautious, professional, and thorough. It’s reassuring to know they have the expertise for specialized environments in addition to general cleaning.
Virginia Porter profile picture
Virginia Porter
5 months ago
We’ve had a few janitorial services over the years, but this team is by far the most thorough. Their attention to detail—like wiping down door handles and keeping the supply closet organized—sets them apart. It makes a huge difference in our daily office atmosphere. Highly recommended for any business.
Manny profile picture
Manny
5 months ago
so satisfied with the work I received worker was very professional and efficient and did an amazing job working 10 out of 10 work
Sherwayne Charlot profile picture
Sherwayne Charlot
7 months ago
I recently used this cleaning service and couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the team was professional, punctual, and extremely detail-oriented. They went above and beyond to make sure every corner was spotless, and you can really tell they take pride in their work. What stood out the most was their consistency and attention to detail, things that often get overlooked were handled perfectly. Communication was smooth, pricing was fair, and the overall experience was stress free.
Angi Super Service Award 2022
Angies List Super Service Award 2015
Angi List Super Service Award 2020
3500

Satisfied Customers All
Over NewYork

Get Your Estimate & Book Now

By submitting, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.
  • Who We Staff For

If You Prefer Full-Service Cleaning Instead of Staffing…

Some properties would rather hand off the cleaning completely. For those buildings, American Janitorial Services runs the full service, from the crew and schedule to the quality checks:

01

Facility Cleaning

  • Commercial Cleaning
  • Office Cleaning
  • Building Cleaning Services
  • Overnight Cleaning
  • Same Day Cleaning
  • Post-Construction Cleaning
02

Specialty Spaces

  • Medical Office Cleaning
  • Co-Working Space Cleaning
  • Retail Store Cleaning
  • Restaurant Cleaning
  • Ice Cream Shop Cleaning
03

Floors & Surfaces

  • Floor Cleaning
  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Upholstery Cleaning
  • Window Cleaning
  • Storefront Window Cleaning

Ready for cleaning you don’t have to babysit?  

  • Service Areas

Janitorial Staffing Across All Five NYC Boroughs

Cleaning staffing services in NYC reach every borough from our Manhattan office.

  • Manhattan: Financial District, Tribeca, SoHo, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen, Garment District, Midtown, Murray Hill, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Harlem
  • Brooklyn: Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Park Slope, Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, Sunset Park, Industry City, Bay Ridge, Flatbush
  • Queens: Long Island City, Astoria, Flushing, Jamaica, Forest Hills, Rego Park, Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Sunnyside, Woodside, Ridgewood
  • The Bronx: Fordham Road, Hunts Point, Grand Concourse
  • Staten Island: St. George, Stapleton, New Dorp, Great Kills, Tottenville

From Midtown offices to Brooklyn storefronts and Queens medical buildings, one call starts the staffing request for your property

  • Janitorial Staffing Services

Stop Rehiring for the Same Cleaning Role Twice a Year

Turnover is common in cleaning, but the scramble doesn’t have to be!

Each resignation pulls hours away from running your property. It also leaves the rest of your cleaning team stretched thin until the role is filled. With American Janitorial Services handling placements, the next gap becomes our job to fill instead of yours.

Call Our NYC Office
  • Faq's

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

Looking For A Trustworthy Cleaning Company In NYC? Trust American Janitorial Services! Call To Get A Free Quote