Maids and Housekeepers
Maids and housekeepers clean rooms at hotels, motels, and hospitals.
5%
15%
80%
National data for maids and housekeeping cleaners (SOC 37-2012).
$12,480
$17,210
$22,670
$6.00
$8.27
$10.90
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

To work as a maid or housekeeper, you must:
  • Complete on-the-job training; and
  • Be self-motivated
  • No formal education is required for this job. However, many employers prefer that you have a high school degree or its equivalent.

    • Hours

  • May work part time or full time. Schedules are typically established.
  • May work days, evenings, or weekends.
    • MAIDS AND HOUSEKEEPERS will:
  • Most work at hotels, motels, and resorts.
  • Use a variety of cleaning supplies and equipment.
  • Work alone most of the time.
  • May work days, evenings, or weekends.
  • May wear a uniform.
  • Train on the job.
    • MAIDS AND HOUSEKEEPERS frequently:
  • Walk around rooms while cleaning them.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Bend or twist their body.
  • Repeat the same motions.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
    • It is important that MAIDS AND HOUSEKEEPERS be able to:
  • Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
    • Congratulations! You have enough education to select this career. Choose an option on the right.