I go in to my job, do what is asked of me from my boss and fellow employees, and i always ask if they need anymore help before I leave.
CAREER
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$29,080
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+4.4% (slower than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners Do
Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include tending furnace and boiler, performing routine maintenance activities, notifying management of need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalk.
Other Job Titles Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners May Have
Building Custodian, Building Service Worker, Building Services Technician, Cleaner, Custodial Worker, Custodian, Floor Tech (Floor Technician), Heavy Duty Custodian, Institutional Custodian, Janitor
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
- Gather and empty trash.
- Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (45%)
Less than high school diploma
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
Business Statistics
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Cross Country helped me learn discipline, and college has taught me to be more self sufficient outside of home life and to be on time.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
Everyone
Think up a back up plan just in case if what you have chosen o do with your life does not turn out as expected or you run into anything that may spell disaster.
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