Housekeeping Team Leader - Evening Shift

James Madison University•Harrisonburg, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is hiring a Housekeeping Team Leader in Housekeeping E&G. The position provides leadership and assistance to a small group of housekeepers, performs regular and special cleaning of assigned areas, and supports cleaning projects, supply and equipment requests, and university safety and recycling practices. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Overtime may be required to cover special events, and the role includes some rotating on-call responsibilities. Hours may vary during the summer because of the summer modified schedule. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a criminal background check.

Requirements

  • Experience performing a variety of housekeeping tasks.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding job duties.
  • Ability to work with industrial-strength chemicals and equipment, including buffers, scrubbers, and waxers.
  • Ability to clean up materials containing bloodborne pathogens.
  • Ability to lead a small crew, work with different types of people, and manage time to keep to an assigned schedule.
  • Knowledge of cleaning techniques and understanding of basic customer service concepts.
  • Basic proficiency in English.

Nice To Haves

  • Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and assistance to a small group of housekeepers during daily activities and special cleaning projects.
  • Prepare work orders and requisitions for cleaning supplies and equipment.
  • Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas.
  • Understand and follow university safety procedures.
  • Actively participate in the university’s trash and recycling program.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation leave
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Community service leave
  • 19 paid holidays annually
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System
  • Wellness resources and support through the Balanced Dukes program
  • Tuition waiver for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU
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