Practice prompts based on occupational tasks
These Applyace practice prompts use O*NET tasks for janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners. They are not reported employer questions. If you have not done a task, explain your approach and learning needs instead of inventing experience.
1. Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
Describe a real example of this task. What was your responsibility, and what happened?
2. Gather and empty trash.
How did you decide which approach or tools to use? Explain the tradeoffs.
3. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
What could go wrong during this task? Describe how you would check your work.
4. Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
Explain a time you coordinated this work with someone else. How did you communicate?
5. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
How would you handle an unfamiliar part of this task? Identify what you would need to learn.
6. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
What evidence would show this task was completed successfully?
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Practice one answer with your own evidence
Pick an occupational task, then outline a real example. This is practice, not a prediction of an employer’s questions.
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Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
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Questions to ask the interviewer
- Which of these occupational tasks takes the most time on your team?
- How do you measure success in the first three months?
- Which tools, training and support are available for this role?
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