What it pays
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Half of all Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in the U.S. earn more than $35,510 a year — the middle 80% land between $27,640 and $48,570. About 860,670 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Elementary occupations earn about ₹11,530 a month on average — around ₹1.4 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$35,510typical pay / year
860,670people in this work
$48,570+top 10% earn
₹1.4 lakha year in India (family avg)
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These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.
Make5
Launder clothes
+Sort the household laundry by color and fabric, run the delicate and whites on the correct cycles with…
Launder clothes
+Sort the household laundry by color and fabric, run the delicate and whites on the correct cycles with recommended detergent, dry on low heat or air dry as labeled, fold immediately, and leave a note for Mrs. Chen if any items need repair.
The tools that do the workInventory trackingESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Vacuum and sweep floors
+Vacuum carpets and rugs in bedrooms and corridors, sweep and mop hard floors, move light furniture as needed…
Vacuum and sweep floors
+Vacuum carpets and rugs in bedrooms and corridors, sweep and mop hard floors, move light furniture as needed to reach corners, empty vacuum canister and store equipment, and report any stubborn stains or floor damage to housekeeping lead by end of shift.
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Clean windows, walls, and woodwork
+Wash and dry the windows, wipe down interior and exterior walls, then dust and oil all wooden doors, skirting…
Clean windows, walls, and woodwork
+Wash and dry the windows, wipe down interior and exterior walls, then dust and oil all wooden doors, skirting and cupboards so fingerprints and grime are gone by this afternoon; report any paint damage to maintenance.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSjob descriptionsO*NET
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Clean the house thoroughly
+Deep-clean every room: vacuum and mop floors, wipe surfaces and switches, clean and disinfect the kitchen…
Clean the house thoroughly
+Deep-clean every room: vacuum and mop floors, wipe surfaces and switches, clean and disinfect the kitchen prep area, empty bins, launder and replace linens, and leave a checklist at the front door when finished today.
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Make beds and organize rooms
+Strip and remake every bed, smooth and tuck sheets, arrange pillows and bedside tables, tidy closets and…
Make beds and organize rooms
+Strip and remake every bed, smooth and tuck sheets, arrange pillows and bedside tables, tidy closets and surfaces in guest and master bedrooms, and place a folded towel on each bed before noon.
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Keeping the record1
Disinfect equipment and materials
+Sanitise all reusable cleaning tools, mop heads and cloths, and spray and wipe down buckets, trays and…
Disinfect equipment and materials
+Sanitise all reusable cleaning tools, mop heads and cloths, and spray and wipe down buckets, trays and storage containers with hospital-grade disinfectant; store dry and log the disinfection time and product used.
The tools that do the workComputerized maintenance management system CMMSInventory trackingESCOO*NET
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The daily work25
Clean rooms, bathrooms, and common areas
+Clean all occupied and vacant guest rooms, bathrooms, and the lobby areas today; strip and remake beds,…
Clean rooms, bathrooms, and common areas
+Clean all occupied and vacant guest rooms, bathrooms, and the lobby areas today; strip and remake beds, sanitise high-touch surfaces, mop floors, empty bins, restock toiletries, and check the kitchen prep area is food-safe before 3pm shift end.
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Assist with room setup and breakdown
+Set up rooms for incoming guests and break down checked-out rooms: arrange linens and towels, place welcome…
Assist with room setup and breakdown
+Set up rooms for incoming guests and break down checked-out rooms: arrange linens and towels, place welcome items, program bed positions if requested, strip and launder used bedding, and report any missing inventory before the afternoon handover.
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Polish fixtures and glass surfaces
+Polish all bathroom and lobby fixtures, mirrors, and glass doors today using streak-free cleaner and…
Polish fixtures and glass surfaces
+Polish all bathroom and lobby fixtures, mirrors, and glass doors today using streak-free cleaner and microfiber cloths; remove water spots, check seals for grime, and flag any scratched or loose fittings for repair.
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Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
+Keep linen closets, supply rooms, and housekeeping carts fully organised and topped up each shift: count…
Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
+Keep linen closets, supply rooms, and housekeeping carts fully organised and topped up each shift: count stock, rotate older items forward, clean shelves and cart wheels, and note shortages for reorder before evening inventory check.
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Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
+Inspect rooms and public areas for damage, theft, or found items each round; secure found articles,…
Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
+Inspect rooms and public areas for damage, theft, or found items each round; secure found articles, photograph and log damage, notify the duty supervisor immediately, and complete the incident entry before leaving the floor.
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Replace light bulbs.
+Replace burnt or flickering light bulbs in guest rooms and corridors during my shift; verify correct bulb…
Replace light bulbs.
+Replace burnt or flickering light bulbs in guest rooms and corridors during my shift; verify correct bulb type and wattage, safely change fixtures, record the location and replacement in the maintenance log, and report any non-working fittings.
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Take care of children (if assigned)
+Look after Maya and Leo for the afternoon: keep them within sight, change diapers or fetch nappies as needed,…
Take care of children (if assigned)
+Look after Maya and Leo for the afternoon: keep them within sight, change diapers or fetch nappies as needed, offer a snack that doesn’t need heating, redirect fights calmly, and log any fevers or bangs to tell Mrs. Alvarez on her return.
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Assist in caring for the elderly or disabled (in some regions)
+Sit with Mr. Santos during his morning routine, help him to the chair and with his medication tray as…
Assist in caring for the elderly or disabled (in some regions)
+Sit with Mr. Santos during his morning routine, help him to the chair and with his medication tray as written, keep his tea within reach, watch for dizziness, and note any changes in appetite or mobility to report to his daughter.
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Wear a uniform as required by employer
+Put on the grey uniform, name badge and closed shoes before starting the shift, make sure the uniform is neat…
Wear a uniform as required by employer
+Put on the grey uniform, name badge and closed shoes before starting the shift, make sure the uniform is neat and tucked, change into the spare if stained, and photograph the badge to send to Mrs. Park if she asks.
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Wash dishes
+Wash the breakfast dishes now: rinse and stack plates, scrub pans with the degreaser, sanitize the counters…
Wash dishes
+Wash the breakfast dishes now: rinse and stack plates, scrub pans with the degreaser, sanitize the counters and sink afterwards, hand-dry the baby’s bottles separately, and put everything back in its assigned cabinet.
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Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive.
+Ask maintenance to fix the leaking shower in room 214, explain it's causing water on the corridor floor,…
Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive.
+Ask maintenance to fix the leaking shower in room 214, explain it's causing water on the corridor floor, request arrival between 10 and 11am today, and tell me when the repair team is on site so I can wait and show them the problem.
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Vacuum rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture
+Vacuum the lobby rugs, the guest lounge carpet and the three upholstered armchairs on the top floor, paying…
Vacuum rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture
+Vacuum the lobby rugs, the guest lounge carpet and the three upholstered armchairs on the top floor, paying extra attention to food crumbs near the coffee table and the high-traffic runner by the elevators.
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Change bed linens and towels
+Strip and remake bed 312 with fresh fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcases and replace bath and hand towels in…
Change bed linens and towels
+Strip and remake bed 312 with fresh fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcases and replace bath and hand towels in the bathroom, then fold the used linens into the laundry bag and note the room on today's laundry list.
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Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash
+Empty wastebaskets from rooms 101 through 110 and the housekeeping office, replace liners, tie the bags…
Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash
+Empty wastebaskets from rooms 101 through 110 and the housekeeping office, replace liners, tie the bags securely and take them to the service dumpster behind the building before lunch.
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Restock cleaning supplies and toiletries
+Restock the housekeeping cart with two bottles of multi-surface cleaner, ten new liners, a bundle of bath…
Restock cleaning supplies and toiletries
+Restock the housekeeping cart with two bottles of multi-surface cleaner, ten new liners, a bundle of bath towels and four toothpaste kits, then update the supplies list and mark the cart as ready for the afternoon shift.
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Report maintenance or safety issues
+Report the burnt-out corridor light by stairs B and the loose handrail on the second-floor landing as safety…
Report maintenance or safety issues
+Report the burnt-out corridor light by stairs B and the loose handrail on the second-floor landing as safety hazards, request urgent repairs today, and ask maintenance to confirm when both are fixed so I can note them closed.
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Sanitize high-touch surfaces
+Sanitize all high-touch surfaces in the kitchen, living room and bathrooms now, using hospital-grade…
Sanitize high-touch surfaces
+Sanitize all high-touch surfaces in the kitchen, living room and bathrooms now, using hospital-grade disinfectant, working top-to-bottom and leaving a two-minute dwell time on doorknobs, switches, faucet handles and remote controls; report any missed areas to Maria by end of shift.
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Handle biomedical waste and sharps
+Collect, double-bag and label biomedical waste and used sharps from the clinic room, place sharps in the…
Handle biomedical waste and sharps
+Collect, double-bag and label biomedical waste and used sharps from the clinic room, place sharps in the approved puncture-proof container, store the sealed containers in the locked disposal cabinet and notify Dr. Singh that waste is ready for pickup today.
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Support infection control protocols
+Follow the infection control checklist for patient rooms: don gloves and gown, clean from cleanest to…
Support infection control protocols
+Follow the infection control checklist for patient rooms: don gloves and gown, clean from cleanest to dirtiest surfaces, change mop heads between rooms, replace linens into sealed bags, and sign the log to confirm compliance before leaving each room.
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Carry out grocery shopping
+Buy the household grocery list for this week: two litres of milk, whole grain bread, six eggs, chicken…
Carry out grocery shopping
+Buy the household grocery list for this week: two litres of milk, whole grain bread, six eggs, chicken breasts one kilo, salad greens, tomatoes, and laundry detergent; stick to the brand list, keep receipts and put perishables away first when you return.
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Cook meals for household members
+Prepare dinner for four: roast chicken with steamed vegetables and rice, follow the family dietary notes for…
Cook meals for household members
+Prepare dinner for four: roast chicken with steamed vegetables and rice, follow the family dietary notes for low salt, plate one portion for Mr. Patel with chopped food, cool and label leftovers with date before refrigerating for tonight's reheating.
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Care for household pets
+Feed and walk the dog at 7am, refresh water bowl, clean the litter tray and remove any pet hair from sofas…
Care for household pets
+Feed and walk the dog at 7am, refresh water bowl, clean the litter tray and remove any pet hair from sofas with the roller, record any unusual behaviour in the pet notes and remind Sarah to book the vet appointment if limp persists.
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Inventory tracking
+Update the inventory tracking for house supplies after today's shift: record used nine small glass cleaners,…
Inventory tracking
+Update the inventory tracking for house supplies after today's shift: record used nine small glass cleaners, two mop heads replaced, add one missing vacuum hose reported in Room 312, and set reorder alert for replacement towels at three days' supply.
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Inventory tracking
+Refresh the inventory tracking for Room Cleaning supplies: count linen sets, chemical bottles, and vacuum…
Inventory tracking
+Refresh the inventory tracking for Room Cleaning supplies: count linen sets, chemical bottles, and vacuum parts, note damaged or missing items, set reorder quantities for next Wednesday delivery, and attach the store receipt to the record.
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Bed control
+Update bed control after turndown in Room 210: mattress rotated, pillows fluffed, duvet replaced, note any…
Bed control
+Update bed control after turndown in Room 210: mattress rotated, pillows fluffed, duvet replaced, note any lost items and sign with Maria Ruiz for tonight's audit.
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