A janitor is a person who takes care of a building, such as a school, office building, or apartment block. They are responsible primarily for cleaning, and often (though not always) some maintenance and security.

Title

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The title is derived from the Latin word ianitor meaning "doorkeeper" (See also building superintendent). A female janitor is called a janitrix, although this term is rarely used. The title custodian is sometimes given to janitors as a term of higher respect. In some settings janitors are called housekeepers or housekeeping staff. Janitors have also come up with a number of alternative job titles, including:

• Custodial technician
• Sanitation supervisor
• Domestic engineer
• Guest Service Assosiate (G.S.A.)

Occupational tasks

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Typical janitorial work often consists of the following tasks:

• Cleaning bathrooms
  • Sinks
  • Toilets
  • Urinals
• Cleaning Floors
• Emptying trash

Median salaries per employer type

• School – US$ 22,200
• Hospital – US$ 24,000
• Non-profit organization – US$ 16,280
• Federal government – US$ 30,000
• College/University – US$ 29,000 ^*

See also

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• Caretaker

Cleaning and maintenance occupations

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