Inmates who perform day-to-day duties in the jail are referred to as:

Inmates who perform day-to-day duties in the jail are referred to as trustees because this term specifically designates individuals within the correctional system who have been granted certain privileges and responsibilities in return for their behavior and willingness to contribute to the facility's operations. Trustees often engage in tasks such as cleaning, cooking, or maintaining the jail, thereby assisting staff while potentially earning privileges.

The role of a trustee is typically reserved for inmates who have shown good behavior and can be trusted to perform their duties without direct supervision. This arrangement benefits the jail by helping to maintain order and cleanliness, while also providing inmates an opportunity to take part in productive work, which can be beneficial for their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

The other terms do not carry the same specific implications within the correctional context as "trustees." For instance, "workers" and "laborers" could apply broadly to anyone performing work but lack the formal recognition and responsibilities associated with being a trustee. The term "allies" is unrelated and does not pertain to inmates within the jail system.