A typical day begins with checking assigned areas and gathering cleaning supplies and equipment. Workers systematically clean rooms by making beds, dusting furniture, vacuuming carpets, and sanitizing bathrooms using appropriate cleaning chemicals. They empty wastebaskets, replenish linens and amenities, and sweep or mop floors using manual tools or powered equipment. Throughout the day, they move furniture, transport laundry, inventory supplies, and report any damage or maintenance issues to supervisors. The work involves continuous physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong physical stamina and enjoy hands-on work that produces visible, immediate results. They demonstrate reliability and attention to detail, taking pride in maintaining clean, orderly environments for others. Successful housekeeping cleaners are self-motivated workers who can follow established routines while adapting to different client needs and preferences. They tend to be service-oriented individuals who find satisfaction in supporting others' comfort and well-being through their work. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining consistent quality standards is essential.
The physical nature of tasks like moving furniture, detailed cleaning of irregular surfaces, and customer interaction provides moderate protection against automation. While robotic vacuums and floor cleaning equipment may assist with some routine tasks, the need for human judgment in handling delicate items, responding to varying client preferences, and maintaining quality standards in diverse environments limits full automation potential.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tendency | 42 | 0.0149 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 40 | 0.0142 | onet dimensi 95% inference 5% | |
| equipment | 38 | 0.0135 | onet dimensi 61% dwas 21% | |
| clean | 19 | 0.0067 | dwas 63% onet tasks 26% | |
| cleaning | 17 | 0.0060 | inference 59% wikipedia 35% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| materials | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 62% dwas 38% | |
| furniture | 15 | 0.0053 | dwas 53% onet tasks 27% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| physical | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 50% inference 42% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| standards | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 73% inference 18% | |
| services | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 55% inference 36% | |
| techniques | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 91% inference 9% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| activities | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 82% dwas 9% | |
| supplies | 10 | 0.0035 | onet tasks 40% dwas 30% | |
| management | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 70% inference 20% | |
| maintenance | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 40% inference 30% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% | |
| maintaining | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 60% inference 30% | |
| machines | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 78% onet tasks 22% | |
| attention | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 67% inference 33% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| needs | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| procedures | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| service | 9 | 0.0032 | inference 78% onet dimensi 22% | |
| resources | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% |
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[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Move and arrange furniture and turn mattresses. DWAs: Move furniture. [Core] [88% incumbents] Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met. DWAs: Clean facilities or sites. [Core] [88% incumbents] Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas. DWAs: Dispose of trash or waste materials. [Core] [88% incumbents] Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. DWAs: Clean building walls or flooring. [Core] [88% incumbents] Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers. DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures. | Clean building walls or flooring. [Core] [87% incumbents] Dust and polish furniture and equipment. DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures. | Clean equipment or supplies. [Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors. DWAs: Monitor building premises to ensure occupant or visitor safety. [Core] [86% incumbents] Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items. DWAs: Inventory materials or equipment. [Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Sort, count, and mark clean linens and store them in linen closets. DWAs: Inventory materials or equipment. [Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and iron and fold dried items. DWAs: Sort materials or products. | Operate garment treatment equipment. [Supplemental] [86% incumbents] Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for social or business functions. DWAs: Move furniture. | Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces. [Core] [85% incumbents] Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy. DWAs: Clean facilities or sites. | Inventory materials or equipment. [Core] [85% incumbents] Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts. DWAs: Move materials, equipment, or supplies. [Core] [85% incumbents] Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary. DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures. | Clean building walls or flooring. [Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers. DWAs: Clean equipment or supplies. [Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Replace light bulbs. DWAs: Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning. [Supplemental] [85% incumbents] Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive. DWAs: Schedule repair, installation or maintenance activities. [Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Deliver television sets, ironing boards, baby cribs, and rollaway beds to guests' rooms. DWAs: Move furniture. [Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Hang draperies and dust window blinds. DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures. | Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces. [Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Polish silver accessories and metalwork, such as fixtures and fittings. DWAs: Clean furniture or fixtures.
--- SKILLS --- Active Listening (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Reading Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Writing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.04 lvl:4.01) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic English Language (imp:3.22 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Public Safety and Security (imp:3.18 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Administration and Management (imp:2.91 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Chemistry (imp:2.45 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Education and Training (imp:2.35 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Production and Processing (imp:2.21 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Communications and Media (imp:2.06 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.05 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Telecommunications (imp:2.03 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Computers and Electronics (imp:2.01 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Foreign Language (imp:1.95 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Law and Government (imp:1.88 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Psychology (imp:1.87 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Sales and Marketing (imp:1.86 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Economics and Accounting (imp:1.85 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Mathematics (imp:1.85 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Mechanical (imp:1.77 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Food Production (imp:1.76 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food Administrative (imp:1.70 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.66 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.65 lvl:0.89) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.63 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.63 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Transportation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Engineering and Technology (imp:1.57 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Physics (imp:1.53 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.47) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Building and Construction (imp:1.50 lvl:0.51) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Geography (imp:1.46 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Biology (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd History and Archeology (imp:1.37 lvl:0.27) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Fine Arts (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform --- ABILITIES --- Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Near Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Dynamic Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Manual Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance. Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Written Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Finger Dexterity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:1.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Category Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Written Expression (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Perceptual Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Time Sharing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Response Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Rate Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Reaction Time (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.85 lvl:3.14) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.40 lvl:3.11) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.31 lvl:2.40) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.31 lvl:2.87) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Getting Information (imp:3.29 lvl:2.59) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.17 lvl:3.31) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.06 lvl:2.68) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.85 lvl:2.19) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:2.83 lvl:2.42) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.83 lvl:2.72) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.82 lvl:2.75) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.80 lvl:2.03) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.68 lvl:2.26) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Processing Information (imp:2.65 lvl:2.34) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.64 lvl:2.14) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.63 lvl:2.08) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.62 lvl:2.17) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.60 lvl:1.96) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.56 lvl:2.14) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.56 lvl:1.68) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.55 lvl:1.87) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.55 lvl:1.67) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.52 lvl:2.39) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.48 lvl:1.94) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.46 lvl:1.83) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.46 lvl:1.37) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.32 lvl:1.69) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.30 lvl:1.32) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.27 lvl:1.55) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.19 lvl:1.45) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Thinking Creatively (imp:2.19 lvl:1.75) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.08 lvl:1.50) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.06 lvl:1.48) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.02 lvl:1.32) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.97 lvl:1.17) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.89 lvl:1.38) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.76 lvl:0.80) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Working with Computers (imp:1.72 lvl:0.96) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.56 lvl:0.79) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.53 lvl:0.98) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.41 lvl:0.45) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Attention to Detail (imp:1.74) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity (imp:1.18) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Cooperation (imp:1.17) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Humility (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Optimism (imp:0.79) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Perseverance (imp:0.73) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Stress Tolerance (imp:0.44) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Achievement Orientation (imp:0.41) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Empathy (imp:0.37) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Initiative (imp:0.35) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Self-Control (imp:0.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Cautiousness (imp:0.24) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Sincerity (imp:0.23) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Social Orientation (imp:0.20) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Adaptability (imp:0.11) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence (imp:0.07) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Innovation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.67) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.70) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something. Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Troubleshooting (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Equipment Selection (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 860,670 annual_median : $35,510 annual_pct10 : $27,640 annual_pct25 : $30,350 annual_pct75 : $39,590 annual_pct90 : $48,570 annual_mean : $37,080 hourly_median : $17.07 --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : Hawaii ($51,600) lowest_state : Guam ($21,470) dispersion_ratio : 2.403x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) --- Accommodation and Food Services emp: 430,270 median: $ 34,940 Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 221,900 median: $ 36,390 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 142,530 median: $ 35,360 Real Estate and Rental and Leasing emp: 27,000 median: $ 37,550 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 11,690 median: $ 35,720 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 10,390 median: $ 36,460 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 6,160 median: $ 35,030 Educational Services emp: 3,630 median: $ 37,730 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 2,470 median: $ 35,530 Retail Trade emp: 950 median: $ 34,520 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (17 total) --- Accommodation and Food Services emp: 430,270 median: $ 34,940 Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 221,900 median: $ 36,390 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 142,530 median: $ 35,360 Real Estate and Rental and Leasing emp: 27,000 median: $ 37,550 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 11,690 median: $ 35,720 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 10,390 median: $ 36,460 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 6,160 median: $ 35,030 Educational Services emp: 3,630 median: $ 37,730 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 2,470 median: $ 35,530 Retail Trade emp: 950 median: $ 34,520
exact_match_status : no_exact_match matched_title : N/A match_score : 0.0000 wikidata_qid : N/A word_count : 0 wikipedia_url : N/A license : CC BY-SA 4.0 fetched_at : 2026-06-02T22:06:58.244736Z --- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) --- Title: Housekeeping (similarity: 0.5581) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Housekeeping QID: Q708514 Extract: Housekeeping is the management and routine support activities of running and maintaining an organized physical institution occupied or used by people, like a house, ship, hospital, business or factory. The term may refer to cleaning, cooking, organization, shopping, and bill payment. The term is als Title: Illegal immigration to New York City (similarity: 0.2985) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illegal_immigration_to_New_York_City QID: Q16996635 Extract: Illegal immigrants residing in New York City come from many parts of the world, especially Latin America, Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Caribbean. About 70% of them have paid work, in catering, construction, retail, driving, cleaning, and many other trades; at least in catering, their wages tend to Title: Cleaner (similarity: 0.3684) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cleaner QID: Q1760141 Extract: A cleaner, cleanser or cleaning operative is a type of industrial or domestic worker who is tasked with cleaning a space. A janitor, also known as a custodian, Facility Operator, porter or caretaker, is a person who cleans and might also carry out maintenance and security duties. A similar position, Title: One Big Beautiful Bill Act (similarity: 0.1754) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Big_Beautiful_Bill_Act QID: Q134500668 Extract: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) or the Big Beautiful Bill, is a U.S. federal statute passed by the 119th United States Congress containing tax and spending policies that form the core of President Donald Trump's second-term agenda. The bill was signed into law by Trump on July 4, 2025. Althou Title: Ecovacs Robotics (similarity: 0.2128) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecovacs_Robotics QID: Q28224328 Extract: Ecovacs Robotics is a Chinese technology company. It is best known for developing in-home robotic appliances. The company was founded in 1998 by Qian Dongqi and is headquartered in Suzhou, China. According to Global Asia, Ecovacs Robotics had more than 60% of the Chinese market for robots by 2013. I
model_pass1 : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : Comprehensive O*NET data provides detailed task descriptions, skills, and work activities. Large employment base (860,670 workers) and clear wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025 support reliable market intelligence. Well-defined occupation with distinct characteristics.
inferred_at : 2026-06-03T21:08:42.537332+00:00
tokens_input : 4,723
tokens_output : 4,669
cost_usd : $0.050522
wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Housekeeping' and 'Cleaner' entries provide relevant context for understanding the broader occupation category. These sources confirm the service-oriented nature and diverse work environments typical of this occupation.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners maintain cleanliness and order in private households, hotels, hospitals, and other commercial establishments through systematic cleaning and maintenance duties. They perform light cleaning tasks including making beds, replenishing supplies, vacuuming, and sanitizing rooms and common areas. This essential service role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in diverse environments.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with checking assigned areas and gathering cleaning supplies and equipment. Workers systematically clean rooms by making beds, dusting furniture, vacuuming carpets, and sanitizing bathrooms using appropriate cleaning chemicals. They empty wastebaskets, replenish linens and amenities, and sweep or mop floors using manual tools or powered equipment. Throughout the day, they move furniture, transport laundry, inventory supplies, and report any damage or maintenance issues to supervisors. The work involves continuous physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong physical stamina and enjoy hands-on work that produces visible, immediate results. They demonstrate reliability and attention to detail, taking pride in maintaining clean, orderly environments for others. Successful housekeeping cleaners are self-motivated workers who can follow established routines while adapting to different client needs and preferences. They tend to be service-oriented individuals who find satisfaction in supporting others' comfort and well-being through their work. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining consistent quality standards is essential.
CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require no formal education beyond basic literacy and numeracy skills, with 44.6% of workers having less than a high school diploma according to education distribution data. Employers typically provide on-the-job training covering proper cleaning techniques, chemical safety, and equipment operation. Some positions may prefer candidates with customer service experience or basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures. Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive motions is generally required for entry.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to specialized housekeeping roles such as head housekeeper, commercial cleaner, or first-line supervisor positions in hotels or healthcare facilities. Workers may transition to related service roles including laundry operations, facility maintenance, or customer service positions. Some pursue entrepreneurial opportunities by starting independent cleaning services or contracting businesses. The transferable skills in service orientation, time management, and attention to detail provide pathways into other hospitality, healthcare, or facility management roles.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, this occupation employs 860,670 workers with a median annual wage of $35,510, ranging from $27,640 to $48,570 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Hawaii offering the highest median wage at $51,600 compared to Guam's $21,470, representing a 2.40x ratio. The largest employment sectors are Accommodation and Food Services (430,270 workers), Healthcare and Social Assistance (221,900 workers), and Administrative and Support Services (142,530 workers). Demand remains steady due to consistent need for cleaning services across hospitality, healthcare, and residential sectors, though growth may be moderated by automation in some commercial settings.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The physical nature of tasks like moving furniture, detailed cleaning of irregular surfaces, and customer interaction provides moderate protection against automation. While robotic vacuums and floor cleaning equipment may assist with some routine tasks, the need for human judgment in handling delicate items, responding to varying client preferences, and maintaining quality standards in diverse environments limits full automation potential.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[skill_overlap] Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners (37-2011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share core cleaning activities, physical work requirements, and similar knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.
data: Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.9)
data: Clean facilities or sites DWA
data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (imp:4.0)
[task_similarity] Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers (51-6011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles involve textile care activities including sorting, washing, ironing, and folding as evidenced in task descriptions.
data: Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines task
data: Sort, count, and mark clean linens task
data: Operate garment treatment equipment DWA
[career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers (37-1011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Natural advancement path from housekeeping cleaner to supervisory role in the same functional area with similar knowledge base.
data: Administration and Management knowledge (imp:2.9)
data: Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work activity (imp:3.1)
data: Job Zone 2 baseline
[riasec_cluster] Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants (39-3093.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles share Realistic and Conventional RIASEC orientations with emphasis on routine service tasks and attention to detail.
data: R:6.08, C:4.60 RIASEC profile
data: Service Orientation skill (imp:3.1)
data: Dependability work style (imp:2.1)
[transferable_skill] Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers (35-9011.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles require customer service skills, physical stamina, and ability to maintain clean, organized service environments.
data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (imp:4.0)
data: Performing for or Working Directly with the Public activity (imp:3.3)
data: Service Orientation skill (imp:3.1)
[knowledge_overlap] Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment (53-7061.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles share knowledge of cleaning chemicals, safety procedures, and similar physical cleaning techniques.
data: Chemistry knowledge (imp:2.5)
data: Public Safety and Security knowledge (imp:3.2)
data: Clean equipment or supplies DWA
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['maid', 'housekeeper', 'housekeeping', 'cleaner', 'chambermaid', 'cleaning', 'custodial', 'domestic']
exclude_keywords : ['janitor', 'maintenance', 'supervisor', 'manager', 'landscaping']
title_patterns : ['housekeeper', 'maid', 'cleaner', 'housekeeping cleaner', 'domestic worker']
common_variations: ['housekeeping cleaner', 'hotel housekeeper', 'residential cleaner', 'commercial cleaner', 'room attendant', 'cleaning specialist', 'domestic aide', 'cleaning technician']
total_terms : 40 top_words : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'clean', 'cleaning', 'principles', 'materials', 'furniture', 'includes', 'control', 'physical', 'objects', 'standards', 'services', 'techniques', 'ideas', 'activities', 'supplies', 'management', 'maintenance'] source_layers : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference TERM COUNT FREQ DOMINANT SOURCE SOURCE BREAKDOWN ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── tendency 42 0.01490 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% others 40 0.01419 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:95% inference:5% equipment 38 0.01348 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:61% dwas:21% inference:11% clean 19 0.00674 dwas dwas:63% onet_tasks:26% inference:11% cleaning 17 0.00603 inference inference:59% wikipedia:35% onet_tasks:6% principles 16 0.00568 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% materials 16 0.00568 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:62% dwas:38% furniture 15 0.00532 dwas dwas:53% onet_tasks:27% inference:20% includes 12 0.00426 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% control 12 0.00426 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% physical 12 0.00426 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:50% inference:42% wikipedia:8% objects 12 0.00426 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% standards 11 0.00390 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:73% inference:18% onet_tasks:9% services 11 0.00390 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:55% inference:36% onet_tasks:9% techniques 11 0.00390 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:91% inference:9% ideas 11 0.00390 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% activities 11 0.00390 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:82% dwas:9% wikipedia:9% supplies 10 0.00355 onet_tasks onet_tasks:40% dwas:30% inference:30% management 10 0.00355 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:70% inference:20% wikipedia:10% maintenance 10 0.00355 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:40% inference:30% wikipedia:20% body 10 0.00355 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% orientation 10 0.00355 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:90% inference:10% maintaining 10 0.00355 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:60% inference:30% wikipedia:10% machines 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:78% onet_tasks:22% attention 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:67% inference:33% problems 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% needs 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:89% inference:11% procedures 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:89% inference:11% service 9 0.00319 inference inference:78% onet_dimensions:22% resources 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% quickly 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% developing 9 0.00319 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:89% wikipedia:11% move 8 0.00284 dwas dwas:50% onet_dimensions:25% onet_tasks:12% monitoring 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% rules 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% quality 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:75% inference:25% human 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:88% inference:12% production 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% moving 8 0.00284 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:88% inference:12% building 8 0.00284 dwas dwas:50% onet_dimensions:38% wikipedia:12%