What does a Janitor do?
Janitors typically work for cleaning companies and commercial buildings like office parks, shopping malls, hospitals and other properties to perform cleaning tasks that daily workers can’t. They usually work early in the morning or after business hours with a team of other maintenance personnel to perform maintenance chores throughout the building. Their job is to clean public restrooms, operate cleaning equipment like auto floor scrubbers and restock cleaning supplies as needed. They may also need to perform work to the exterior of the building, including washing windows, power washing walls or mowing lawns.
Janitor skills and qualifications
Janitors typically have certain prerequisite skills or qualifications that will assist them in their role, which include:
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of various cleaning products and when to use them
- Ability to clean and disinfect various surfaces
- Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds
- Good organization skills
- Knowledge of safety guidelines when working with chemical cleaners
- Excellent time-management skills
Janitor salary expectations
A Janitor makes an average of $11.59 per hour. Pay rate may depend on level of experience, education and the geographical location.
Janitor salary expectations
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Common salary:
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Typical salaries range from
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Janitor education and training requirements
While formal education is not often a requirement to work as a Janitor, some hiring managers may prefer a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Additionally, if a Janitor needs to make repairs or work with fragile equipment, they need additional training. Many Janitors will receive on-the-job training while working underneath a more experienced Janitor for a few months. Janitors can also earn several certifications specific to different areas, such as carpet cleaning or biohazard cleaning. Those working in a particular industry may need one or more of these credentials.
Janitor experience requirements
The experience level for Janitors depends on the role, employer and industry. Entry-level Janitors usually don’t need any experience, though some hiring managers may want someone with a few months of experience. Janitors who also maintain or repair equipment need at least one year of experience, while Janitors who work with biohazards may need several years of related experience. A Janitor supervising a team could need leadership experience.
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