Median Annual Wage: $22,840
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (72%); Less than high school diploma (19%); Bachelor's degree (7%)
Projected Growth: Average (8% to 14%)
Related Job Titles: Custodian; Janitor; Cleaner; Custodial Worker; Building Custodian; Heavy Duty Custodian; Floor Tech (Floor Technician); Building Service Worker; Building Services Technician; Institutional Custodian
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners.
More Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Careers
- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
- Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Gather and empty trash.
- Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
- Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
- Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
- Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
- Steam clean or shampoo carpets.
- Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
- Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners.