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Posted: January 16, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Janitor 4-E5 (Mackinac Bridge)

State of Michigan

Transportation

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$19.39 - $25.01

per hour

Closes

February 2, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves cleaning and maintaining the buildings and grounds of the Mackinac Bridge to keep them safe and tidy, including tasks like janitorial work and occasional escorts across the bridge.

It's a good fit for someone who is reliable, physically able to handle cleaning duties, and comfortable working in a unique outdoor setting like a famous bridge.

Entry-level candidates can start without prior experience, while those with some cleaning background may qualify for higher pay levels.

Key Requirements

  • Valid driver's license required for bridge escorts
  • No formal education required
  • For Janitor 4 level: No specific experience needed
  • For Janitor E5 level: At least one year of building care and cleaning experience
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug test, physical (if applicable), criminal background check, and driving records check
  • Reliable attendance and physical capability for janitorial duties

Full Job Description

The Mackinac Bridge on a sunny day with blue skies and trees in the forefront with the MDOT logo and the MDOT webpage address.

The general function of this position is to perform a variety of janitorial and custodial duties to maintain clean and safe buildings and ground conditions of the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA). This position requires possession of a valid driver's license to perform escorts over the bridge.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (4) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E5) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For additional information, please see the links below:



For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.

Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.





Requirements

Education

No specific amount of formal education is required.

Experience

Janitor 4 

 No specific type or amount is required.

Janitor E5

One year of experience in the care and cleaning of buildings.

Additional Information

To be considered for this position you must possess a valid driver's license.

View the job specification at: CurrentJobSpecification

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.

Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.

Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/17/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5200478