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Employment Percentage
-1.862869115
SOC ID
37-2011
SOC Title
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
ONET ID
37-2011.00
ONET Concat ID
37201100
Median Salary
32286.17
Ed Level High School
91.5
Ed Level Certificate
0
Ed Level Some College
0
Ed Level Associates
0
Ed Level Bachelors
7.18
Ed Level Masters
0.54
Ed Level Doctors
0.78
Typical Ed Level
a high school diploma or less
Career Description
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.
Core Tasks
  • 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.
  • 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 with hand trucks.
Start Annual Earnings
25142.62
Top Annual Earnings
59552.71
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