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Overview for Baggage Porters and Bellhops

SOC Code: 39-6011
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  • Career Cluster

    Hospitality & Tourism

  • Career Pathway

    • Lodging

Occupation Description

Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.

Annual Wages

Created with Highcharts 11.4.0$31,860 - Annual Median Wage$25K
  • 10th Percentile $21450
  • 25th Percentile $31100
  • Median $31860
  • 75th Percentile $33280
  • 90th Percentile $39520

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Occupation Average Wage Typical Entry Level Education Current Openings
Occupation
Baggage Porters and Bellhops
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100%
Average Wage
$31,340/year
$15.07/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Openings
16
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Funeral Attendants
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72%
Average Wage
$32,040/year
$15.40/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Openings
1
Occupation
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Bargraph indicating percent
70%
Average Wage
$50,370/year
$24.21/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Openings
49
Occupation
Counter and Rental Clerks
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68%
Average Wage
$43,060/year
$20.70/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Less than high school
Current Openings
90
Occupation
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
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68%
Average Wage
$34,730/year
$16.70/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Openings
87

Current Openings by County

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Adams county has 0 open job(s) Ashland county has 0 open job(s) Barron county has 0 open job(s) Bayfield county has 0 open job(s) Brown county has 2 open job(s) Buffalo county has 0 open job(s) Burnett county has 0 open job(s) Calumet county has 0 open job(s) Chippewa county has 0 open job(s) Clark county has 0 open job(s) Columbia county has 0 open job(s) Crawford county has 0 open job(s) Dane county has 0 open job(s) Dodge county has 0 open job(s) Door county has 0 open job(s) Douglas county has 0 open job(s) Dunn county has 0 open job(s) Eau Claire county has 0 open job(s) Florence county has 0 open job(s) Fond du Lac county has 0 open job(s) Forest county has 0 open job(s) Grant county has 0 open job(s) Green county has 0 open job(s) Green Lake county has 0 open job(s) Iowa county has 0 open job(s) Iron county has 0 open job(s) Jackson county has 0 open job(s) Jefferson county has 0 open job(s) Juneau county has 0 open job(s) Kenosha county has 0 open job(s) Kewaunee county has 0 open job(s) La Crosse county has 0 open job(s) Lafayette county has 0 open job(s) Langlade county has 0 open job(s) Lincoln county has 0 open job(s) Manitowoc county has 0 open job(s) Marathon county has 0 open job(s) Marinette county has 0 open job(s) Marquette county has 0 open job(s) Menominee county has 0 open job(s) Milwaukee county has 7 open job(s) Monroe county has 0 open job(s) Oconto county has 0 open job(s) Oneida county has 0 open job(s) Outagamie county has 2 open job(s) Ozaukee county has 0 open job(s) Pepin county has 0 open job(s) Pierce county has 0 open job(s) Polk county has 0 open job(s) Portage county has 0 open job(s) Price county has 0 open job(s) Racine county has 0 open job(s) Richland county has 0 open job(s) Rock county has 0 open job(s) Rusk county has 0 open job(s) Sauk county has 0 open job(s) Sawyer county has 0 open job(s) Shawano county has 0 open job(s) Sheboygan county has 1 open job(s) St. Croix county has 0 open job(s) Taylor county has 0 open job(s) Trempealeau county has 0 open job(s) Vernon county has 0 open job(s) Vilas county has 0 open job(s) Washburn county has 0 open job(s) Walworth county has 3 open job(s) Washington county has 0 open job(s) Waukesha county has 0 open job(s) Waupaca county has 0 open job(s) Waushara county has 0 open job(s) Winnebago county has 0 open job(s) Wood county has 0 open job(s)

Number of Jobs

Created with Highcharts 11.4.0Number of JobsBase-Year 2022Projected-Year 20320102030405060Highcharts.com
Average Annual
  • Job Growth 1.59%
  • Job Openings 7

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Common Job Titles

  • Baggage Handler
  • Bellman Driver
  • Hotel Baggage Handler
  • Luggage Attendant
  • Red Cap

Typical Tasks

  • Receive and mark baggage by completing and attaching claim checks.
  • Greet incoming guests and escort them to their rooms.
  • Transport guests about premises and local areas, or arrange for transportation.
  • Maintain clean lobbies or entrance areas for travelers or guests.
  • Transfer luggage, trunks, and packages to and from rooms, loading areas, vehicles, or transportation terminals, by hand or using baggage carts.
  • Supply guests or travelers with directions, travel information, and other information, such as available services and points of interest.
  • Explain the operation of room features, such as locks, ventilation systems, and televisions.
  • Assist physically challenged travelers and other guests with special needs.
  • Deliver messages and room service orders, and run errands for guests.
  • Act as part of the security team at transportation terminals, hotels, or similar establishments.