Other Services
"There’s a wide range of services that people provide that do not fit in other industries. These services are performed for businesses and individuals by establishments in the Other Services industry.
Many of these services are labor-intensive or require specialized skills, equipment, or training. Some of the services covered in this industry include:
• Vehicle, equipment, and machinery repair
• Drycleaning and laundry services
• Personal care services (hair, skin, and nail care)
• Pet care
• Photofinishing
• Death care (funeral, crematory, and burial services)
• Temporary parking
• Dating services
The industry also covers organizations that work for and promote a variety of causes. Some of these are faith-based establishments such as worship centers that organize religious activities and services. Membership organizations or associations represent the interests of business, professional, labor, political, or social groups. Other establishments are involved with grantmaking, fundraising, or social advocacy.
People in this industry work in many different kinds of establishments, including garages, salons, places of worship, offices, repair shops, car washes, funeral homes, crematoriums, pet stores, and laundromats. Private households that employ workers who perform tasks associated with running a household are also included. These employees may be personal chefs, housekeepers, babysitters, gardeners, or chauffeurs." ~Career Cruising database
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Examples of careers in Other Services include but are not limited to...
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