[Core] [62% incumbents] Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or sites.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
  DWAs: Clean building walls or flooring.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  DWAs: Prepare chemicals for work application.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
  DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
  DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures. | Clean equipment or supplies. | Clean building walls or flooring.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
  DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Gather and empty trash.
  DWAs: Dispose of trash or waste materials.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
  DWAs: Prepare chemicals for work application.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
  DWAs: Select equipment, materials, or supplies for cleaning or maintenance activities.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
  DWAs: Move furniture.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
  DWAs: Clean building walls or flooring.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow-melting chemicals.
  DWAs: Remove snow. | Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.
  DWAs: Treat facilities to eliminate pests.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
  DWAs: Move furniture. | Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or sites.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
  DWAs: Clean building walls or flooring.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  DWAs: Confer with coworkers to coordinate maintenance or cleaning activities.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
  DWAs: Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to, or to perform, cleaning work.
  DWAs: Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Core] [58% incumbents] 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.
  DWAs: Monitor building premises to ensure occupant or visitor safety.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Mow or trim lawns or shrubbery, using mowers or hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites. | Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.36 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:3.15 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.94 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.68 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Transportation (imp:2.31 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Law and Government (imp:2.28) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Telecommunications (imp:2.20) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.06) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Communications and Media (imp:1.97) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administrative (imp:1.91) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:1.90 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Education and Training (imp:1.89 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.80) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Mechanical (imp:1.80) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:1.76 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:1.76 lvl:0.89) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.67) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.62) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:1.61) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Food Production (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Psychology (imp:1.29) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.29 lvl:0.22) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Geography (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Building and Construction (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Design (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Fine Arts (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Stamina (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Control Precision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.15 lvl:3.77) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.88 lvl:3.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.78 lvl:3.78) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.73 lvl:3.05) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.72 lvl:3.84) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Getting Information (imp:3.63 lvl:3.25) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.60 lvl:3.68) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.52 lvl:2.61) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.47 lvl:3.84) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.41 lvl:3.44) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.34 lvl:3.16) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.33 lvl:3.46) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.30 lvl:3.34) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.29 lvl:2.83) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.26 lvl:3.42) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Processing Information (imp:3.22 lvl:3.04) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.17 lvl:2.55) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.10 lvl:2.54) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.08 lvl:2.51) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.07 lvl:2.43) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.05 lvl:3.81) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.02 lvl:3.08) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.00 lvl:3.68) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.97 lvl:3.10) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.95 lvl:1.99) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.95 lvl:2.28) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.88 lvl:2.61) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.87 lvl:2.69) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.84 lvl:1.83) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.82 lvl:2.56) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.78 lvl:3.07) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Working with Computers (imp:2.76 lvl:2.59) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.76 lvl:2.01) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.73 lvl:2.62) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.69 lvl:2.19) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.39 lvl:1.72) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.33 lvl:1.82) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.32 lvl:1.75) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.21 lvl:1.99) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.17 lvl:2.06) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.69 lvl:1.22) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.09) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:0.96) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.85) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.60) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.60) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.59) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Perseverance (imp:0.55) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:0.51) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Control (imp:0.37) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:0.36) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Humility (imp:0.34) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.12) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.11) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Empathy (imp:0.07) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.33) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.44) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.45) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.46) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 2,209,760
  annual_median    : $36,840
  annual_pct10     : $28,640
  annual_pct25     : $32,240
  annual_pct75     : $44,060
  annual_pct90     : $50,270
  annual_mean      : $38,760
  hourly_median    : $17.71

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Massachusetts ($45,580)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($21,890)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.082x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  938,540  median: $  35,890
  Educational Services                     emp:  407,880  median: $  38,750
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  174,860  median: $  38,160
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:  117,930  median: $  37,330
  Retail Trade                             emp:  113,100  median: $  35,530
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   93,510  median: $  42,290
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   68,630  median: $  39,390
  Manufacturing                            emp:   66,400  median: $  38,770
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   55,420  median: $  35,240
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   52,310  median: $  36,210

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (20 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  938,540  median: $  35,890
  Educational Services                     emp:  407,880  median: $  38,750
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  174,860  median: $  38,160
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:  117,930  median: $  37,330
  Retail Trade                             emp:  113,100  median: $  35,530
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   93,510  median: $  42,290
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   68,630  median: $  39,390
  Manufacturing                            emp:   66,400  median: $  38,770
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   55,420  median: $  35,240
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   52,310  median: $  36,210

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:06:46.537653Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.1609)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

  Title: List of The Danny Thomas Show episodes (similarity: 0.2828)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_The_Danny_Thomas_Show_episodes
  QID: Q17100338
  Extract: This is a list of episodes for the television program The Danny Thomas Show, which was titled Make Room for Daddy for the first three seasons. All episodes were filmed in black-and-white.

  Title: Custodian (similarity: 0.0571)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Custodian
  QID: Q5196336
  Extract: Custodian may refer to:

  Title: The Custodian (similarity: 0.0541)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Custodian
  QID: Q7728500
  Extract: The Custodian is a 1993 Australian mystery thriller film written and directed by John Dingwall in his last directorial effort. The film stars Anthony LaPaglia, Hugo Weaving, Barry Otto, and Dingwall's real life son Kelly Dingwall in his last feature film before he retired from acting in 1997. LaPagl

  Title: The Queen's Gambit (miniseries) (similarity: 0.1522)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Queen's_Gambit_(miniseries)
  QID: Q85808226
  Extract: The Queen's Gambit is a 2020 American coming-of-age period drama television miniseries based on the 1983 novel by Walter Tevis. The title refers to the "Queen's Gambit", a chess opening. The series was written and directed by Scott Frank, who created it with Allan Scott, who owns the rights to the b

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence due to comprehensive O*NET data including detailed tasks, work activities, and abilities. BLS wage data provides solid market intelligence foundation.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T21:07:43.976667+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,511
tokens_output        : 4,036
cost_usd             : $0.043744
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found for this occupation. The semantic neighbors include general custodian references but lack specific occupational detail.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Janitors and cleaners maintain the cleanliness and orderly condition of buildings through heavy cleaning duties including floor care, window cleaning, trash removal, and basic maintenance tasks. These professionals ensure safe, sanitary environments in schools, offices, hospitals, and other facilities by following established cleaning protocols and using specialized equipment. They serve as frontline building maintenance workers who combine physical labor with attention to safety and quality standards.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with inspecting assigned areas and gathering necessary cleaning supplies and equipment. Core activities include sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming floors across multiple rooms, servicing and restocking restrooms, and emptying trash receptacles throughout the facility. Windows, glass partitions, and mirrors are cleaned using appropriate solutions and tools like squeegees. Furniture, fixtures, and equipment are dusted and polished, while heavy items may need to be moved for thorough cleaning. The day involves mixing cleaning solutions according to specifications, following safety procedures for chemical use, and communicating with supervisors about supply needs or repair issues.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong physical stamina and trunk strength who can handle repetitive manual tasks and lift heavy objects regularly. Successful janitors exhibit high dependability and attention to detail, taking pride in maintaining clean, safe environments for building occupants. They possess practical problem-solving abilities to address cleaning challenges and coordinate with facility management teams. The work appeals to those who prefer structured, hands-on tasks with clear outcomes and who value contributing to public health and safety through environmental cleanliness.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 62.4% of workers holding this credential according to education distribution data. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training in proper cleaning techniques, chemical handling, and safety protocols. Some positions may require basic certifications in chemical safety or specialized cleaning equipment operation.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced janitors can advance to supervisory custodial roles, facility maintenance positions, or specialized cleaning services like floor refinishing. Career progression often leads to maintenance and repair worker positions or building services management roles. Some workers transition to related fields such as landscaping, equipment cleaning, or specialized environmental services.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 2,209,760 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $36,840 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $28,640 to $50,270 for the middle 80% of workers. Geographic wage variation is moderate with Massachusetts leading at $45,580 and Puerto Rico lowest at $21,890, representing a 2.08x ratio. Employment concentrates heavily in administrative and support services (938,540 workers), educational services (407,880), and healthcare facilities (174,860). Demand remains stable due to consistent need for facility maintenance across all building types and economic sectors.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Automation risk is moderate as robotic floor cleaners and automated dispensing systems handle routine tasks, but complex cleaning, maintenance coordination, and human interaction elements remain difficult to automate. The work's emphasis on problem sensitivity, communication with supervisors, and adaptive cleaning approaches provides some protection against technological displacement.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core cleaning activities including floor care, furniture cleaning, and trash removal with similar physical demands.
    data: Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
    data: Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment
    data: Gather and empty trash
  [career_pathway] Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Janitors' routine maintenance activities and equipment inspection work creates natural progression to general maintenance roles.
    data: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.7)
    data: Administration and Management knowledge (imp:3.1)
  [skill_overlap] Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment (53-7061.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations require similar cleaning techniques, chemical handling, and physical abilities for thorough equipment maintenance.
    data: Follow procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment
    data: Manual Dexterity (imp:3.0)
    data: Trunk Strength (imp:3.2)
  [riasec_cluster] Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (37-3011.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations share Realistic orientation (R:6.73 for janitors) involving hands-on maintenance work in built environments.
    data: RIASEC R:6.73
    data: Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.8)
  [knowledge_overlap] Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners (47-4071.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require public safety knowledge and experience with cleaning chemicals and sanitation protocols.
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge (imp:3.4)
    data: Mix water and detergents or acids in containers

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['janitor', 'custodian', 'building cleaner', 'facility cleaner', 'maintenance cleaner', 'commercial cleaner', 'institutional cleaner', 'building attendant']
  exclude_keywords : ['housekeeping', 'maid', 'residential cleaner', 'carpet cleaner', 'window washer']
  title_patterns   : ['*janitor*', '*custodian*', '*building*clean*', '*facility*clean*', '*maintenance*clean*']
  common_variations: ['custodial worker', 'building services worker', 'facility maintenance', 'commercial janitor', 'institutional custodian', 'cleaning technician', 'building attendant', 'maintenance custodian']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'cleaning', 'clean', 'principles', 'building', 'maintenance', 'includes', 'objects', 'control', 'materials', 'activities', 'services', 'techniques', 'ideas', 'procedures', 'hand', 'body', 'furniture']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01546  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  36  0.01325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:14%  onet_tasks:11%
cleaning                   18  0.00663  inference            inference:72%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:11%
clean                      17  0.00626  dwas                 dwas:59%  onet_tasks:35%  inference:6%
principles                 16  0.00589  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
building                   15  0.00552  dwas                 dwas:33%  inference:27%  onet_tasks:20%
maintenance                14  0.00515  inference            inference:43%  onet_dimensions:29%  dwas:21%
includes                   13  0.00479  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
objects                    13  0.00479  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
control                    12  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  12  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  dwas:17%
activities                 12  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:17%  inference:8%
services                   11  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:45%
techniques                 11  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
hand                       10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:30%
body                       10  0.00368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
furniture                   9  0.00331  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
events                      9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
performing                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
needs                       9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
needed                      8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
safety                      8  0.00295  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:12%  onet_dimensions:12%
attention                   8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
written                     8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
rules                       8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%