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Janitor and Custodian Mock Interview

To help you prepare for your Janitor and Custodian interview, here are 26 interview questions and answer examples.

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Why should we hire you over the next guy? What janitor experiences do you have that set you apart?

We recommend talking to a couple of past co-workers, family members, or friends to get their thoughts about what sets you apart. Their feedback will give you great insight about what makes you unique! We all have that one thing, and now is the time to share yours! They may tell you it is how encouraging you are, how hardworking you are, how well you interact with others, or how dependable you are. Your uniqueness will set you apart from all of the other people helping you land the job!



What is a janitorial duty you have only had to do 1 or 2 times because it was outside of the norm? This is the answer to the second part of the question. It is a unique duty you have performed that is not normal for most janitors. Having these unique experiences makes you more hireable!

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26 Janitor and Custodian Interview Questions & Answers

Below is a list of our Janitor and Custodian interview questions. Click on any interview question to view our answer advice and answer examples. You may view six answer examples before our paywall loads. Afterwards, you'll be asked to upgrade to view the rest of our answers.

  • 1. Why should we hire you over the next guy? What janitor experiences do you have that set you apart?

  • 2. How did you hear about this job?

  • 3. What motivates you to work hard?

  • 4. What role do you feel you play as a custodian in the daily operation of a school? How important?

  • 5. If I were to ask your previous employer about how many days you missed over the last year, what would he say?

  • 6. You must be working here for 6 months before you get benefits, are you okay with that?

  • 7. Give me a rundown of your daily routine at your last job?

  • 8. What do you find most rewarding about being a janitor?

  • 9. What has your worst janitorial experience been?

  • 10. Do you speak fluent English?

  • 11. What would your last employer say about your dependency and trust?

  • 12. What do you expect out of this position?

  • 13. What were your past duties as a janitor?

  • 14. How was your experience with your past employment?

  • 15. We have a large hall that must be spotless for events, sometimes requiring 4 hours of straight cleaning, are you okay with this?

  • 16. How do you feel about working a double if a coworker calls off?

  • 17. If a person throws up, and you really do not feel like cleaning up a mess, how would you handle the situation?

  • 18. Do you have the patience to deal with the general public while cleaning?

  • 19. Are you experienced in using a radio devices to communicate to other janitors?

  • 20. Will you be willing to work off-hours?

  • 21. What do you like least about being a janitor?

  • 22. Janitor can be a very routine job, how are you okay working a job that stays routine?

  • 23. What previous jobs have you held?

  • 24. How well do you keep your temper under control?

  • 25. Did you have any problems with management or your supervisors during your last job?

  • 26. Have you received any training?