First-Line Supervisor of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers
Directly supervise and coordinate work activities of cleaning personnel in hotels, hospitals, offices, and other establishments.
Annual openings
601
BLS median wage
$55,100
Typical education
Flexible / varies by employer
10-year growth
+6%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
The education, credentials, and on-the-job competencies Colorado employers expect for this role.
Typical education
Flexible / varies by employer
Credential requirement
No specific credential listed yet
Work experience
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. Work experience in a lead role in Housekeeping and Janitorial Services is highly valued.
Is this work a fit?
What the work actually feels like
How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.
Automation exposure
Moderate exposure
Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.
A typical day
- Advise managers, desk clerks, or admitting personnel of rooms ready for occupancy.
- Plan and prepare employee work schedules.
- Forecast necessary levels of staffing and stock at different times to facilitate effective scheduling and ordering.
- Supervise in-house services, such as laundries, maintenance and repair, dry cleaning, or valet services.
- Select the most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring, and surfaces.
- Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary.