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Avg. salary range
$35k–$40k
across regions
Hours / Day
10
Days / Week
4
working days
About this career
Housekeepers are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of a residence or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals. They perform a range of tasks, including cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and other living spaces, as well as changing linens, doing laundry, and washing dishes. Housekeepers may also be responsible for grocery shopping, meal preparation, and running errands for their employers.
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Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Education & Training
High School Diploma
A high school diploma is a North American academic qualification awarded upon high school graduation. The high school diploma is typically studied for over the course of four years, from Grade 9 to Grade 12.
Compensation
North Central
Washington
Low
$36,800
Average
$39,900
High
$41,300
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
4 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8 to 10 hours long but times can be any time of the day. Shifts are usually 4 or 5 days a week but are not limited to weekdays.
Hospitality
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$37,200
Overall Rank
197th
out of 199 careers
In Hospitality
17th
out of 18 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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