O*NET-SOC 37-2011.00
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
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.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.Core9538
- Gather and empty trash.Core9539
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.Core9540
- 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.Core20590
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.Core9544
- Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.Core9541
- Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.Core9542
- Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.Core9546
- Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.Core9545
- Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.Core9550
- Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.Supplemental9543
- Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow-melting chemicals.Supplemental9552
- Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.Supplemental9555
- Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.Core9549
- Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to, or to perform, cleaning work.Supplemental20592
- Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.Core9551
- Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.Supplemental9554
- Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.Supplemental9548
- Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.Supplemental9559
- Mow or trim lawns or shrubbery, using mowers or hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.Supplemental20591
- Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.Supplemental9547
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 6 examples in 6 categories, 4 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Desktop communications software
- Eko
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Cloud-based data access and sharing software
- Squeegee
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor building premises to ensure occupant or visitor safety.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Select equipment, materials, or supplies for cleaning or maintenance activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Performing General Physical Activities
Prepare chemicals for work application.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Clean building walls or flooring.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Clean facilities or sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Remove snow.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Clean furniture or fixtures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Clean equipment or supplies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Remove debris from work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Dispose of trash or waste materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Move furniture.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Treat facilities to eliminate pests.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Trim trees or other vegetation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Confer with coworkers to coordinate maintenance or cleaning activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.