Worker Characteristics Desire to serve the wishes and needs of others Good ability to move the hands, such as when putting a key in a lock Physical Demands Frequently use arms and hands to reach for and handle objects, such as doorknobs or luggage Frequently stoop while picking up luggage Frequently talk and listen to customers Occasionally lift and move luggage that weighs up to 50 pounds Occasionally climb stairs Occasionally stoop and kneel while moving luggage Occasionally judge distances when putting bags in a car trunk Occasionally need to see nearby objects clearly, as when reading luggage tags Occasionally need to see distant objects clearly, as when hailing a cab Occasionally use fingers to pick up a small items, such as keys Work Setting Hotel service attendants work indoors in a hotel or motel environment. However, doorkeepers work both inside and outside in all types of weather. Most hotel employees wear uniforms. Doorkeepers often stand for long periods. Porters and bellhops walk between the lobby and guests' rooms all day.
Wages vary according to training, experience and location.
Entry level wages may be lower. Baggage porters and bellhops frequently receive tips from customers so their actual wages may be higher than the amounts given here. Pay varies with the establishment and the type of clients. The occupational group of hotel service attendants includes baggage porters and bellhops. In Indiana in 1998, there were 250 people employed in these occupations.