How to become a Cleaner in United States

What does a Cleaner do?

Cleaners maintain hygiene and cleanliness in commercial, residential, and industrial spaces by performing routine cleaning tasks, sanitizing surfaces, and ensuring environments meet health and safety standards.

Typical duties

  • Clean and sanitize offices, restrooms, kitchens, and common areas.
  • Vacuum, mop, and sweep floors throughout assigned areas.
  • Empty trash receptacles and transport waste to disposal areas.
  • Dust surfaces, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
  • Replenish cleaning supplies, soap dispensers, and paper products.
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors.
  • Follow safety protocols when using cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Report maintenance issues, damages, and supply shortages to supervisors.

Salary by experience

Entry Level (P25) $28,531 /year
Mid Level (P50) $30,720 /year
Senior Level (P75) $33,280 /year

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Current job openings

There are 386,889 job listings for Cleaner in United States

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Labor market in United States

Unemployment rate 4.2% (2025)
Population 340.110.988

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Frequently asked questions

How many job openings are there for Cleaner in United States?

There are currently 386,889 job openings for Cleaner in United States.

Sources: ESCO (European Commission), O*NET (US DOL), Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA)

Data updated: April 2026