What is a sweeper and how to become one

Key steps to become a sweeper

1. Explore sweeper education requirements

   Most common sweeper degrees

   High School Diploma

   53.0 %

   Associate

   15.9 %

   Diploma

   14.1 %

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2. Start to develop specific sweeper skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Cleanliness	28.74%
   Sweepers	22.08%
   Safety Procedures	14.61%
   Clean Windows	8.68%
   Class Rooms	3.69%

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3. Complete relevant sweeper training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sweepers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sweeper based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sweeper resumes.

4. Research sweeper duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and uphold park cleanliness by monitoring patron behavior and being responsible for cleaning up spills from humans or animals
   • Help teachers as well as other sweepers when problems arise.
   • Work also for different contractors for asphalt grindings and cleanup.
   • Operate cleaning equipment like scrubbers, buffers, and carpet cleaners.

5. Apply for sweeper jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a sweeper job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams