Sweeper vs custodian worker

The differences between sweepers and custodian workers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a sweeper has an average salary of $31,710, which is higher than the $28,309 average annual salary of a custodian worker.

The top three skills for a sweeper include cleanliness, sweepers and safety procedures. The most important skills for a custodian worker are wax floors, cleanliness, and scrubbers.

Sweeper vs custodian worker overview

	Sweeper	Custodian Worker
Yearly salary	$31,710	$28,309
Hourly rate	$15.25	$13.61
Growth rate	4%	4%
Number of jobs	7,813	102,181
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 54%
Average age	49	49
Years of experience	-	-

Sweeper vs custodian worker salary

Sweepers and custodian workers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Sweeper	Custodian Worker
Average salary	$31,710	$28,309
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $39,000	Between $22,000 And $36,000
Highest paying City	Stockton, CA	Schenectady, NY
Highest paying state	Alaska	New York
Best paying company	Bunge	Idyllwild Arts
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	Hospitality

Differences between sweeper and custodian worker education

There are a few differences between a sweeper and a custodian worker in terms of educational background:

	Sweeper	Custodian Worker
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 54%
Most common major	General Studies	Business
Most common college	-	-

Sweeper vs custodian worker demographics

Here are the differences between sweepers' and custodian workers' demographics:

	Sweeper	Custodian Worker
Average age	49	49
Gender ratio	Male, 70.8% Female, 29.2%	Male, 57.4% Female, 42.6%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.5% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 18.3% Asian, 4.3% White, 62.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.4%	Black or African American, 12.0% Unknown, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 19.4% Asian, 4.7% White, 58.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between sweeper and custodian worker duties and responsibilities

Sweeper example 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.
Use of blowers to blow off sidewalks, curb lines and dumpsterareas.
Clean Cron husks around people and checking if drains are clear from plugging

Custodian worker example responsibilities.

Operate auto scrubbers, vacuums, and wet/dry extractors to mop, strip, wax, and buff floors.
Inspect assigned work locations to ensure cleanliness and organization.
Perform mechanical repairs and services to plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems and large rotating equipment including refrigeration systems.
Clean and disinfect lavatory areas including sinks, urinals and toilets using appropriate cleaning solutions.
Operate buffers and burnishers to strip, wax and buff floors and corridors in various facilities.

Sweeper vs custodian worker skills

Common sweeper skills

Cleanliness, 29%
Sweepers, 22%
Safety Procedures, 15%
Clean Windows, 9%
Class Rooms, 4%
Clean Restrooms, 3%

Common custodian worker skills

WAX Floors, 15%
Cleanliness, 11%
Scrubbers, 8%
Window Sills, 6%
Class Rooms, 6%
Taking Care, 5%

Sweeper vs. similar jobs

Sweeper related careers

Sweeper related jobs

What similar roles do

Zippia Careers
Building and Grounds Maintenance Industry
Sweeper
Sweeper vs Custodian Worker

Updated January 8, 2025

Browse building and grounds maintenance jobs