House cleaning jobs in Melbourne.
Day-shift residential cleans, Mon–Sat. Same routes every week so you actually build a relationship with the homes you clean. Paid training. Weekly direct deposit. $18/hr starting plus tips.
4-minute application · if it's a good match, we'll be in touch.
W-2 employment · Paid training · Sundays off
Love cleaning? Get paid well in Melbourne, FL
Captain Duster is hiring residential house cleaners in Melbourne, FL.
W-2 employment, $18/hr starting plus tips, paid training, Sundays off. You'll do work that matters — helping families, seniors, and people in Melbourne who need a hand. They'll remember your name and appreciate your effort.
Whether you're searching for housekeeper jobs, house cleaner jobs, or cleaning jobs in Melbourne, this is the role — the same position, just different names. No experience required; we train every new hire.
What this route is actually like
Working in Melbourne, day to day
Melbourne is one of the largest cities in Brevard County, on the mainland along the Indian River. Its neighborhoods include Suntree, Bayside Lakes, Eau Gallie, and downtown, with beachside areas reachable by causeway. Patrick Space Force Base is nearby.
Melbourne clients span Suntree, Eau Gallie, West Melbourne, and the downtown historic district — a geographically spread market with very different home types. Suntree homes run 3,000–5,000 sq ft with engineered hardwood and quartz; Eau Gallie bungalows have original 1920s plaster and heart-pine. Routes in Melbourne can cover significant distance between neighborhoods, so knowing the city's layout helps. Patrick Space Force Base workers and aerospace families make up a significant share of the client base, with work schedules that value consistent biweekly timing. Commute from Sebastian is about 45 minutes north on I-95 or US-1. W-2 employment at $18/hr plus tips and paid training applies here as everywhere.
Why people love working here
A crew that actually has your back.
Part of something real
We check in, help each other out, and treat each other with respect.
Work that matters
You're helping real families in Melbourne — and they notice.
People who show up
We show up, work hard, and care. If that's you, you'll fit right in.
How much can I earn?
Real pay in Melbourne. Real bonuses.
Hourly Rate
Earn an hourly rate for every job. We base pay on the duration of the cleaning.
Quick Jobs Bonus
Earn more by helping with last-minute cleanings when we need a hand.
Team Referral Bonus
Invite someone awesome and earn when they start cleaning with us.
Customer Referral Bonus
Get a reward when a customer you refer books their first clean.
Mileage Reimbursement
We reimburse your mileage on any drive over 30 miles to a job.
Work where you want
Stay close to home or take farther jobs for more rewards.
Start earning fast
Once we say yes, you can start within days — fast and easy.
Paid training
No experience? No problem. We teach you everything — and you get paid to learn.
Have fun working
Listen to music or podcasts and make your day fly by.
Learn more about the cleaning job in Melbourne
The Melbourne job, straight up.
Paid training
Your first 3 to 12 hours are paid at minimum wage — that's the usual range, though it can run a little longer.
Starting pay
Start at $18/hr plus tips from customers.
Raises
Performance-based raises: +$1 every 6 months, up to $20.00/hr.
Bonuses
Earn for bringing in new customers, recommending new team members, and sharing ideas that improve the company.
Getting paid
Direct deposit every two weeks. W-2 employment.
Choose your cities
You choose which cities you want to work in.
Schedule
Cleanings booked Mon–Sat, 9:00am–1:00pm and 2:00pm–5:00/6:00pm. You choose the shifts that fit your life.
Car needed
You'll need a reliable vehicle to drive to job sites in Melbourne and surrounding ZIPs.
Your own cleaning tools
Required: A vacuum that works well on carpet, a mop and bucket, microfiber cloths, scrub sponges, tile, utility and toilet brushes, an extendable duster, a one-step stool (no ladders) and non-slip shoes — full list on our Products We Use page. Cleaning products: buy from our approved list and we reimburse them.
What we look for
Reliable transportation to Melbourne and surrounding ZIPs. Authorized to work in the US. Pass a background check. Comfortable lifting 25 lbs. Detail-oriented and on-time. No prior cleaning experience required — we train every new hire from day one.
How to apply
Step-by-step: how to apply in Melbourne.
A quick walkthrough of how the application works, what we look for, and what happens after you apply.
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Cleaning jobs in Melbourne — questions answered.
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Ready to start cleaning in Melbourne?
4-minute application. If it's a good match, we'll be in touch.