First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers
First-line supervisors of housekeeping and janitorial workers oversee cleaning staff in hotels, hospitals, offices, and similar facilities. They assign tasks, monitor work quality, handle scheduling, and ensure cleaning standards are met. This role combines direct supervision with hands-on involvement in maintaining clean and sanitary environments.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves scheduling staff shifts, inspecting cleaned areas for quality standards, addressing equipment or supply issues, and handling immediate problems that arise. Supervisors train new workers on procedures, document work completion, and communicate with facility management about staffing needs or maintenance concerns. Much time is spent on the work floor observing operations and ensuring tasks meet established guidelines.
Who this work suits
Holland code ECR. Enterprising work is leading, persuading and making decisions. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.
You likely do well in this role if you're organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable making decisions about work processes and staff scheduling. You tend to prefer structured environments with clear procedures and respond well to measurable results, which fits both the conventional attention to standards and the enterprising drive to keep operations running smoothly.
What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most people in this occupation hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $52,410 | $63,550 | $75,420 | 2,910 |
| Rhode Island | $54,000 | $63,520 | $64,940 | 800 |
| California | $47,850 | $61,470 | $74,120 | 18,060 |
| New York | $48,210 | $60,580 | $73,630 | 11,620 |
| Massachusetts | $47,730 | $59,760 | $68,140 | 4,000 |
| Vermont | $47,970 | $59,340 | $69,730 | 420 |
| Hawaii | $49,840 | $59,060 | $72,290 | 1,500 |
| Connecticut | $44,830 | $57,200 | $72,030 | 2,110 |
| Alaska | $48,180 | $56,690 | $63,020 | 600 |
| Oregon | $47,220 | $56,210 | $61,950 | 2,470 |
| Maine | $46,290 | $55,810 | $62,560 | 670 |
| New Hampshire | $45,660 | $55,200 | $65,330 | 750 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Certified Hospitality Housekeeping Executive (CHHE) — American Hotel and Lodging Association Educational Institute
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
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Four short assessments and your background, scored against first-line supervisors of housekeeping and janitorial workers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 37-1011.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.