Maids and housekeeping cleaners
keep things sparkling and sanitary,
whether they work in a hotel, hospital,
business, or home.
While specific duties can vary greatly
depending on the establishment,
cleaners take responsibility
for a space after others are done using it,
or while they’re away,
and return it to the state it needs
to be in for guests, patients,
and residents to be comfortable.
Maids and housekeeping cleaners
maintain many facilities in daily use:
they make beds, replace linens,
empty wastebaskets, wash dishes,
and replenish supplies.
When conditions are more seriously
out of order,
they may also order repairs
and perform more in-depth cleaning
such as shampooing carpets.
They also report damage and thefts,
and may supervise other workers.
At hotels and hospitals,
housekeeping cleaners often have
responsibilities for a specific section
of the facility,
with duties such as keeping linens
stocked and ordering supplies…
whereas maids working in private households
are more likely to perform errands
or clean up by vacuuming,
dusting and putting items away.
Maids and housekeepers’ hours vary,
ranging from full time, part time,
to seasonal work schedules.
Companies that contract out cleaning services
may offer a variety of schedules
and work environments.
Maids and housekeeping cleaners
do not usually require any formal education,
although many have completed
a high school diploma or equivalent.