Utility Worker Career

*A job as an Utility Worker falls under the broader career category of Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for 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.


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Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaner Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$27,030

Median Hourly Wage

$13.00*

Total Employed Nationally

2,161,740


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.