What it pays
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Half of all Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in the U.S. earn more than $36,840 a year — the middle 80% land between $28,640 and $50,270. About 2.2 million people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Elementary occupations earn about ₹11,530 a month on average — around ₹1.4 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$36,840typical pay / year
2.2 millionpeople in this work
$50,270+top 10% earn
₹1.4 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Keeping the record4
Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors
+Sweep the lobby and stairwell, mop high-traffic tile with detergent solution, then vacuum runners and…
Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors
+Sweep the lobby and stairwell, mop high-traffic tile with detergent solution, then vacuum runners and entrance mats so floors are dry and safe before morning staff arrive at 7 a.m.
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Notify management of repairs needed
+Report the cracked window sill and the leaking rooftop gutter to maintenance, describe exact locations and…
Notify management of repairs needed
+Report the cracked window sill and the leaking rooftop gutter to maintenance, describe exact locations and urgency, attach photos, and request a repair ticket with a two-day deadline so leaks don't worsen.
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Empty trash
+Empty all office and breakroom bins, replace liners, consolidate recyclables, wipe any spills in trash areas,…
Empty trash
+Empty all office and breakroom bins, replace liners, consolidate recyclables, wipe any spills in trash areas, and log how many bags were removed on the daily waste sheet before leaving.
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Dust furniture and fixtures
+Dust desks, shelves, light fixtures, and window ledges in offices, use a microfiber and detail brush for…
Dust furniture and fixtures
+Dust desks, shelves, light fixtures, and window ledges in offices, use a microfiber and detail brush for electronics, note any fragile items or damage, and sign off on the dusting checklist for today’s zone.
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Care1
Assist with security duties when required
+When security needs a hand, walk the assigned perimeter with the officer, report suspicious doors or access…
Assist with security duties when required
+When security needs a hand, walk the assigned perimeter with the officer, report suspicious doors or access issues, stay visible in lobby peak hours, and log any incidents in the security notes before shift end.
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The daily work20
Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
+Service the third-floor men's and women's restrooms at 122 Main Street: replenish soap, paper towels, and…
Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
+Service the third-floor men's and women's restrooms at 122 Main Street: replenish soap, paper towels, and toilet paper from the supply closet, deep-clean sinks and mirrors, mop floors, check plumbing for leaks, and leave a signed checklist on the supervisor's desk by 4 PM.
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Clean snow or debris from sidewalks
+Clear the front sidewalks at 122 Main Street of snow and ice this morning, shovel and salt the ramps and…
Clean snow or debris from sidewalks
+Clear the front sidewalks at 122 Main Street of snow and ice this morning, shovel and salt the ramps and entrances, remove any fallen branches, stack the snow away from doorways, and text James the building manager when done.
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Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
+Prepare 20 litres of glass-cleaning solution in the supply room using the specified mix: dilute concentrated…
Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
+Prepare 20 litres of glass-cleaning solution in the supply room using the specified mix: dilute concentrated detergent to 1:40 with water, label each container with contents and date, store sealed on the low shelf, and update the chemical logbook.
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Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
+Move the stacked lobby chairs and two filing cabinets from the mezzanine to storage room B using the hand…
Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
+Move the stacked lobby chairs and two filing cabinets from the mezzanine to storage room B using the hand truck, protect floors with moving pads, secure cabinets for transport, and note any scratches or damage on the inventory sheet.
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Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.
+Treat the basement perimeter for pests tonight: apply the approved residual insecticide around entry points…
Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.
+Treat the basement perimeter for pests tonight: apply the approved residual insecticide around entry points and behind lockers, post warning signs, log product name and concentration in the pest control record, and notify tenants via the building notice board.
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Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
+Set up the conference room for tomorrow's 50-person meeting: arrange 10 tables and 50 chairs in classroom…
Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
+Set up the conference room for tomorrow's 50-person meeting: arrange 10 tables and 50 chairs in classroom rows, place podium and microphone at the front, tape down cable covers, remove scaffolding, and email a photo of the finished layout to Anna by 6 PM.
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Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.
+Clean the chimneys, flues and connecting pipes at 14 Highbridge Lane today, using the rotary brush and hand…
Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.
+Clean the chimneys, flues and connecting pipes at 14 Highbridge Lane today, using the rotary brush and hand rods where the power head won't fit, collect and bag soot for disposal, and note any damaged liners for repair.
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Tend furnace and boiler
+Service the furnace and boiler in the basement plant at St. Martin House this morning: inspect burners, clear…
Tend furnace and boiler
+Service the furnace and boiler in the basement plant at St. Martin House this morning: inspect burners, clear soot from heat exchangers, top up water and fuel levels if low, test thermostat controls, and log readings and issues in the maintenance sheet.
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Develop and build teams
+Run a half-day meeting with the cleaning crew on Friday to teach safe rope access, assign two trainees to…
Develop and build teams
+Run a half-day meeting with the cleaning crew on Friday to teach safe rope access, assign two trainees to shadow Dave for three weeks, produce a short skills checklist for each role, and collect availability for weekend cover.
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Monitor and control resources
+Take inventory of consumables this afternoon at depot A, reconcile physical counts against the stock sheet,…
Monitor and control resources
+Take inventory of consumables this afternoon at depot A, reconcile physical counts against the stock sheet, reorder squeegees and solvent if below par, and reroute extra ladders to Site 7 for next week’s façade job.
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Identify objects, actions, and events
+During the site sweep at 9am inspect parapets, window fittings and roof anchors, photograph any loose fixings…
Identify objects, actions, and events
+During the site sweep at 9am inspect parapets, window fittings and roof anchors, photograph any loose fixings or water ingress, tag hazards with red tape, and log events and actions taken in the daily report.
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Coordinate work and activities of others
+Schedule the weekend crew rota, assign Jemma and Omar to the two high-rise jobs, pair a novice with a…
Coordinate work and activities of others
+Schedule the weekend crew rota, assign Jemma and Omar to the two high-rise jobs, pair a novice with a certified rope-access lead, confirm transport and key pickup, and circulate the finalized rota to everyone by 5pm.
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Clean and sanitize kitchens and break areas
+Clean and sanitize the kitchens and break areas in Building A on Level 2 and Level 5 today: wipe and…
Clean and sanitize kitchens and break areas
+Clean and sanitize the kitchens and break areas in Building A on Level 2 and Level 5 today: wipe and disinfect all countertops, table surfaces, microwave interiors, refrigerator handles, sinks and faucets; empty and replace trash liners; restock paper towels and soap; note any stains or damage and report parts needed before 3 PM.
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Check air conditioning systems
+Inspect the rooftop and office-suite air conditioning units at Building A between 9–11 AM: check filters,…
Check air conditioning systems
+Inspect the rooftop and office-suite air conditioning units at Building A between 9–11 AM: check filters, condensate drains, belts and visible refrigerant lines; record operating temperatures and any leaks, tighten loose panels, replace a clogged filter if available, and log parts required for follow-up maintenance by 2 PM.
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Schedule events, programs, and activities
+Build next quarter's schedule of jobs, training sessions, and equipment checks for all downtown sites, block…
Schedule events, programs, and activities
+Build next quarter's schedule of jobs, training sessions, and equipment checks for all downtown sites, block bookings on weekdays for high-rise facades, flag blackout dates for elevators, and send the finished calendar to Kara in operations by next Monday for sign-off.
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Train and teach others
+Prepare a one-day classroom and rooftop session to teach rope-access window cleaning techniques, include a…
Train and teach others
+Prepare a one-day classroom and rooftop session to teach rope-access window cleaning techniques, include a safety brief, equipment checklist, and two practice drills, then circulate the lesson plan and sign-up sheet to Ben and the crew lead by Thursday morning.
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Develop objectives and strategies
+Draft measurable objectives and a six-month strategy to cut repeat call-backs by 40 percent: include target…
Develop objectives and strategies
+Draft measurable objectives and a six-month strategy to cut repeat call-backs by 40 percent: include target KPIs, new inspection checkpoints, and a phased rollout for newer teams, then share with Lina in maintenance for feedback by Friday.
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Process information and data
+Consolidate last three months of job logs into a single sheet, calculate hours per site, average cleaning…
Process information and data
+Consolidate last three months of job logs into a single sheet, calculate hours per site, average cleaning frequency, and supply usage per job, then produce a one-page summary for James in procurement to adjust stock levels by Wednesday.
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Evaluate information for standards compliance
+Audit five completed jobs against the company safety checklist and contract specs, note any deviations, score…
Evaluate information for standards compliance
+Audit five completed jobs against the company safety checklist and contract specs, note any deviations, score each site for compliance, and write a short compliance report for Sophie in quality by Friday so we can correct nonconformances.
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Resolve conflicts and negotiate
+Draft responses and a settlement offer to the tenants' complaint about missed cleans on Elm Tower, propose…
Resolve conflicts and negotiate
+Draft responses and a settlement offer to the tenants' complaint about missed cleans on Elm Tower, propose revised access windows and a partial credit, outline steps to prevent recurrence, and send to Mark in customer relations for approval today.
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