Housekeeping & Maintenance

Careers in housekeeping and maintenance are essential to the upkeep of both commercial and residential facilities. Job responsibilities may include light repairs, maintaining cleanliness, yard work, or performing emergency work orders.

This industry best fits people who enjoy physical work and movement. Some positions may require knowledge of maintenance or cleaning equipment. 

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A Pathway on the Rise

Flexible Schedules

Housekeeping and maintenance workers don’t always work a typical 9-5 day. Often, these workers hold unconventional schedules, sometimes working very early mornings or overnight. While this isn’t best for every person, it allows employees to work at times that support their lifestyle. This benefits parents and guardians of young children or those with more than one job.

On-the-Job Training

Many careers in hospitality provide on-the-job training. Whether or not you have prior experience, you can take comfort in knowing you will be trained upon employment.

Unique Work Environments

A consistent work environment within senior living communities can be a positive aspect of housekeeping and maintenance jobs, offering stability and a sense of purpose in serving the needs of residents.

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Rodolfo Moreno
Licensed Practical Nurse at Nine Mile Creek Senior Living

Roles in Housekeeping & Maintenance