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 (2023)
$35,020
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033)
+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 Services Technician (Building Services Tech), Building Services Worker, Cleaner, Custodial Worker, Custodian, Facilities Worker, Heavy Duty Custodian, Janitor, School Custodian
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
- Gather and empty trash.
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
- Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
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
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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