Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
SOC Code: 37-2011 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $37,981 | $42,952 | $47,902 | $52,874 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $37,107 | $42,058 | $46,987 | $51,938 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $36,254 | $41,330 | $46,405 | $51,480 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $36,421 | $41,413 | $46,405 | $51,397 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $36,462 | $41,309 | $46,176 | $51,022 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $35,859 | $40,810 | $45,781 | $50,731 |
| Napa, CA | $36,712 | $41,288 | $45,843 | $50,419 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $34,528 | $39,707 | $44,907 | $50,086 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $36,026 | $40,622 | $45,198 | $49,795 |
| Merced, CA | $34,944 | $39,853 | $44,741 | $49,650 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 2.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.8 | |
| Monitoring | 2.8 | |
| Time Management | 2.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.6 | |
| Active Learning | 2.6 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.5 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 3.4 |
| Administration and Management | 3.1 |
| English Language | 2.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.7 |
| Transportation | 2.3 |
| Law and Government | 2.3 |
| Telecommunications | 2.2 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 2.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 62.4% |
| Bachelor's degree | 23.5% |
| Less than high school | 13.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
- Gather and empty trash.
- 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.
- Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
- Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word Eko Operating system software Squeegee
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