Cleaning and Janitorial

Cleaning and janitorial workers keep offices, schools, hospitals and homes clean and safe. Most learn on the job and many work evening or night shifts. Each profile shows the tasks, the schedule and the pay.

3 professions in this category

Garbage Collector
Collect waste and recyclables along assigned routes to keep neighborhoods clean and safe.
Average salary
$49,690
Housekeeper
Cleans and resets hotel rooms, hospital areas or private homes so they are clean, stocked and orderly.
Average salary
$35,510
Janitor
Keeps offices, schools and hospitals clean, stocked and safe, and handles minor building repairs.
Average salary
$36,840