Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in Northeast

The employment outlook will be Moderate for janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 2,350 people work in this occupation.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 39%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 28%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%