Housekeeper Jobs in Rapid City, SD

In the hospitality service industry, a Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within hotel rooms and public areas. They take care of dusting, vacuuming, making beds, replacing linens, and cleaning bathrooms. In addition, they often serve as the main contact for guest requests during their stay, such as extra towels or bedding. Housekeepers are expected to follow safety and health guidelines to ensure the wellbeing and satisfaction of guests, thus playing a critical role in creating a positive experience for hotel patrons.

A Housekeeper must possess a number of skills, including attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong work ethic. They must be able to work independently but also as part of a team to ensure all rooms are cleaned and prepared to a high standard. Good communication skills are essential in order to understand and fulfill guest needs and to coordinate effectively with other hotel departments. Though not always required, certifications such as a Certified Executive Housekeeper (CEH) or Registered Executive Housekeeper (REH) are recognized credentials in the industry. Prior roles that might lead to a career as a Housekeeper include being a Room Attendant, Laundry Attendant, or Janitor/Custodian.

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Highway Maintenance Worker

  • Deadwood, SD (24 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Deadwood, SD (24 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 7 hours ago

$2,000 Hiring Incentive! * Current Department of Transportation Employees and Those from Other State Agencies Do Not Qualify Former Department of Transportation Employees Must Have a Minimum of...

Custodial Worker (Housekeeper)

  • Ellsworth AFB, SD (5 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellsworth AFB, SD (5 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 2 days ago

Uses brooms, mops, lightweight vacuum cleaners, and lightweight floor scrubbers and buffers. Dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture....

Night Custodial Office Cleaner Monday-Friday

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago

Dust furniture, equipment, partitions, walls, etc....

Evening Part Time Office JANITORIAL Commercial Cleaner

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago

Dust work surfaces. Clean restrooms. Work effectively with other team members. Operate and maintain equipment such as vacuum cleaners. Remove trash from containers....

Entry-Level Housekeeper (Full Time)

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago

Vacuums carpets, rugs and draperies. Shampoos carpets, rugs and upholstery. Dusts and polishes furniture and fittings. Cleans metal fixtures and fittings. Empties and cleans trash containers....

Housekeeper

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago

Perform cleaning duties according to schedule in assigned areas such as resident suites, bathrooms, common areas and offices: Sweep, dust, dust mop, and wet mop all flooring; spot clean and vacuum floors...

Environmental Services Technician 40hrs/week

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 9 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Nanny Needed for Toddler: Provide Care, Bedtime, and Light Housekeeping

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 11 days ago

We seek a reliable nanny for our toddler starting June 5, 2025. The schedule includes weekday afternoons, weekday evenings, and weekend daytime and evening availability. The nanny provides care,...

Environmental Services Technician, Long Term Care (LTC)

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 15 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 15 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Residential Care Facility Cleaner

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 16 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 16 days ago

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Housekeeper, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment in a long-term care facility....

PT Housekeeper

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 17 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 17 days ago

Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Housekeeper, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment in a long-term care facility....

Houseperson - Mount Rushmore National Memorial

  • Keystone, SD (20 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Keystone, SD (20 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 24 days ago

Overview We're excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All...

Team Cleaner

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Team Cleaner School year hours 3:30 pm to 12:00 Working to keep a safe and clean environment for our students, staff, and the community we support. Great benefits with on-the-job training...

Housekeeper Ambulatory Services (Full Time)

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Vacuums carpets, rugs and draperies. Shampoos carpets, rugs and upholstery. Dusts and polishes furniture and fittings. Cleans metal fixtures and fittings. Empties and cleans trash containers....

Housekeeping Aid

  • Fort Meade, SD (24 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Meade, SD (24 miles from Rapid City, SD)
  • 60+ days ago

The duties necessitate considerable dexterity, hand, foot, and eye coordination, and concentration as well as visual acuity to see dirt, dust and debris....

Demographic Data for Rapid City, SD

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Housekeeper Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Housekeeper Jobs in Rapid City, SD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Housekeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Housekeepers in Rapid City, SD offer the following education background
High School or GED
52.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Housekeepers in Rapid City, SD
None
48.2%
Less than 1 year
31.4%
1-2 years
14.7%
2-4 years
5.7%


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