Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

What do they do?

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.

What kind of training is available in North Dakota?

The there are no official post-secondary training opportunities for this occupation from the public North Dakota University System.

Job Openings in North Dakota by Year

What does the North Dakota market look like for this occupation?

$36,660.00
Median Salary (2024)
Higher than 8% of ND Occupations
$17.63
Median Hourly (2024)
Higher than 8% of ND Occupations
1.14%
Short Term Yearly Change (2026)
Higher than 61% of ND Occupations
0.87%
Long Term Yearly Change (2033)
Higher than 64% of ND Occupations

What are some of the daily tasks?

  • Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
  • Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
  • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
  • Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.
  • Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware or metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, or power cleaning equipment.
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
  • Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to or to perform cleaning work.
  • Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
  • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Gather and empty trash.
  • Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
  • Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
  • Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
  • Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
  • Mow or trim lawns or shrubbery, using mowers or hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.
  • Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  • Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow melting chemicals.
  • Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
  • Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
  • Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
  • Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.
  • Steam clean or shampoo carpets.
  • Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

What work experience does someone ususally need?

None

What is the typical on-the-job training?

Short-term on-the-job training

What is the entry level education?

No formal educational credential