Light Duty Cleaners
(NOC 6731)
in All Sales and ServiceLight duty cleaners clean lobbies, hallways, offices and rooms of hotels, motels, resorts, hospitals, schools, office buildings and private residences. They work for hotels, motels, resorts, recreational facilities, hospitals and other institutions, building management companies, cleaning service companies and private individuals.
Job Outlook
Good
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Compared to: All Sales and Service
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “good”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is better than average when compared to other occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a fairly large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities occur fairly regularly. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, which will provide additional opportunities for employment. With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Light Duty Cleaners may either be working full-time or part-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs may either be permanent or temporary positions, as both are common.
Light duty cleaners are in high demand due to the need for additional sanitization of surfaces during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some openings have been created as workers have retired or changed jobs to reduce their risk of exposure to the virus. Employers in some parts of the province are experiencing difficulty recruiting for this occupation, so individuals looking for work as a cleaner should have little difficulty finding a position. Working conditions such as relatively low wages, the physical nature of the job, the need to travel to different work sites, and irregular or night-time hours may be contributing factors to a high rate of turnover and insufficient number of job applicants. Candidates may be required to have their own vehicle to travel between job locations.
Hourly Pay
$13.35
Minimum$14.55
Median$18.02
MaximumAnnual Pay
$2,876
Minimum$15,619
Median$34,253
MaximumCompared to: All Sales and Service
Hourly Pay
$12.95
Minimum$15.00
Median$25.60
MaximumAnnual Pay
$2,949
Minimum$16,629
Median$45,086
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Light duty cleaners clean lobbies, hallways, offices and rooms of hotels, motels, resorts, hospitals, schools, office buildings and private residences. They work for hotels, motels, resorts, recreational facilities, hospitals and other institutions, building management companies, cleaning service companies and private individuals.
Job duties
Light duty cleaners:
- Sweep, mop, wash, wax and polish floors.
- Dust furniture and vacuum carpeting and area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture.
- Make beds, change sheets and supply clean towels and toiletries.
- Complete guests' requests for extra supplies.
- Stock linen closets and other supplies' areas.
- Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances.
- Clean and disinfect public areas like changing rooms, showers and elevators.
- Disinfect operating rooms and other hospital areas.
- Pick up debris and empty trash containers.
- Wash windows, walls and ceilings.
- Report and store lost and found items.
- May provide basic information on facilities.
- May handle complaints.
Sample job titles
- cleaner
- hospital cleaner
- hotel cleaner
- house cleaner
- housekeeping aide
- housekeeping room attendant
- light duty cleaner
- office cleaner
- sweeper
Skills
- You should have good health, physical stamina, and manual dexterity. You must also be able to work on your own and carry out instructions given by a supervisor.
Job requirements
- There are no specific education requirements for jobs in this group.
- Certification for housekeeping room attendants or similar certification may be required by some employers.
Other considerations
- Movement to supervisor cleaning positions is possible with additional training or experience. Workers are often expected to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Sales and Service
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$18,033 median annual incomeCape Breton
$16,307 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$13,029 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$15,335 median annual incomeSouthern
$10,759 median annual incomeCompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Health care and social assistance
Accommodation and food services
Manufacturing
Retail trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
65+
Compared to: All Sales and Service
15-24
45-54
25-34
55-64
35-44
Top levels of education
High school
$16,638 median annual incomeLess than high school
$15,234 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$13,614 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$18,439 median annual incomeBachelor
$16,415 median annual incomeCompared to: All Sales and Service
High school
$15,705 median annual incomeLess than high school
$9,866 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$20,644 median annual incomeBachelor
$21,262 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$21,234 median annual incomeEducation & training
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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