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Quick Facts: Janitors and Building Cleaners | |
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$35,930 per year
$17.27 per hour |
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No formal educational credential | |
None | |
Short-term on-the-job training | |
2,447,700 | |
2% (Slower than average) | |
47,800 |
What Janitors and Building Cleaners Do
Janitors and building cleaners keep many types of buildings clean, sanitary, orderly, and in good condition.
Work Environment
Janitors and building cleaners usually work indoors, but they may also work outdoors on tasks such as sweeping walkways or removing snow. Most janitors and building cleaners work full time, although part-time work is common. Work schedules may vary to include evenings, nights, or weekends.
How to Become a Janitor or Building Cleaner
Janitors and building cleaners typically do not need formal education to enter the occupation. However, some employers may require or prefer that workers have a high school diploma or equivalent. Most janitors and building cleaners learn on the job.
Pay
The median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners was $17.27 in May 2024.
Job Outlook
Employment of janitors and building cleaners is projected to grow 2 percent from 2024 to 2034, slower than the average for all occupations.
Despite limited employment growth, about 351,300 openings for janitors and building cleaners are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Most of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
State & Area Data
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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