Household Workers

Household workers should have experience in areas such as housekeeping, lawn and garden work, or general household maintenance. They must have adequate communication skills to work smoothly with employers and may need to work as part of a team in a household.

A good personal appearance and demeanor are very important to a person who wishes to do household work. Because of the close contact between household workers and the members of the household, employers generally look for agreeable, discreet, and trustworthy individuals who have a neat, clean appearance and who are in good health. Much of the work done—whether out in the yard or in the house—involves a great deal of physical labor. Activities can include carrying, lifting, climbing, or standing for long periods of time. Anyone wanting to do this work, therefore, should be in good physical condition and have plenty of stamina.