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Maids and Housekeepers

Maids and housekeepers clean rooms at hotels, motels, and hospitals.

Most maids and housekeepers work at hotels, motels, and resorts. They clean guest rooms, meeting rooms, restrooms, and common areas such as lobbies.

Maids and Housekeepers are in the Hospitality and Tourism career cluster and the Lodging pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well below the statewide median

$10.11 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   11.1%

Average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Short-term on-the-job training (1 month or less) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Remove used linens and towels. Remake beds.
  • Vacuum carpets. Sweep, wash, and wax floors.
  • Dust furniture, polish fixtures, and replace light bulbs.
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Job Title Examples:

 Cottage Attendant,  Housekeeping Aide,  Room Cleaner 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.