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Maid and Housekeeping Cleaner

Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. Duties may include making beds, replenishing linens, cleaning rooms and halls, and vacuuming.

Annual openings

4,283

Median wage

$37,560

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+3%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

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Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
  2. Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
  3. Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
  4. Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
  5. Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
  6. Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
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