OCCUPATION THESAURUS

JANITOR



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HELPFUL TIP:

There’s probably a good reason why your character chose their career. Think about how certain talents and skills, a dominant positive or negative trait, or even an emotional wound might have influenced this decision. And once they're on the job, don't forget about the many work-related conflict scenarios you can throw at them to create tension and add complications.
OVERVIEW:
A janitor maintains the physical appearance of schools, offices, hospitals, businesses, stadiums, and other facilities. They may clean and restock restrooms, remove garbage, maintain floors, and perform light maintenance. If higher-level repairs are needed, they will notify management. Their duties may also include groundskeeping tasks like shoveling snow, spreading salt or sand to clear ice, sweeping walkways, or mowing grass. Some members of the janitorial staff will be in charge of organizing, tracking, and ordering supplies for their department, following a set budget.

NECESSARY TRAINING:
Janitors typically need a high school diploma or equivalent to demonstrate the basic skills required for administrative tasks. They may be more competitive as a candidate if they have previous experience in commercial cleaning or maintenance. Employers may provide training on equipment, standards, and practices, and some will provide an experienced mentor to train new janitors.

USEFUL SKILLS, TALENTS, OR ABILITIES:
BASIC FIRST AID, DETAIL-ORIENTED, ENHANCED SENSE OF SMELL, EXCEPTIONAL MEMORY, MECHANICALLY INCLINED, MULTITASKING, REPURPOSING, STAMINA, SUPER STRENGTH

HELPFUL POSITIVE TRAITS:
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EMOTIONAL WOUNDS THAT MAY HAVE FACTORED INTO THIS OCCUPATION CHOICE:
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SOURCES OF FRICTION:
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PEOPLE THEY MIGHT INTERACT WITH:
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HOW THIS OCCUPATION MIGHT IMPACT ONE'S BASIC NEEDS:
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TWISTING THE STEREOTYPE:
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REASONS THE CHARACTER MAY HAVE BEEN DRAWN TO THIS PROFESSION:
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