Housekeeping Workers - Multiple Shifts

James Madison University•Harrisonburg, VA

10d

About The Position

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for full-time housekeeping workers across multiple shifts. Applicants will be contacted by phone or email as positions become available. Overtime will be required at times, and employees may be temporarily reassigned on a regular basis to address short-term business needs, such as summer cleaning, special projects, or staffing shortages in other areas. The role involves routine and special cleaning of assigned areas, following university safety procedures, and participating in the university’s trash and recycling program. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a criminal background check. New hires must complete an I-9 and provide documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States; JMU uses E-Verify to confirm identity and work authorization.

Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding job duties, with or without an accommodation.
Ability to work with industrial-strength chemicals and equipment, including buffers, scrubbers, and waxers.
Ability to clean materials containing bloodborne pathogens.
Effective time-management skills.
Attention to detail and basic customer service aptitude.
Positive interpersonal skills and willingness to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Basic proficiency in English.
Successful completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.
After accepting employment, completion of an I-9 and presentation of documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing a variety of cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas using manual tools and power equipment, including buffers, vacuums, and auto scrubbers.
Understand and follow university safety procedures, particularly those concerning equipment operation and chemical use.
Participate in the university’s trash and recycling program.
Temporarily move to other work areas as needed to meet short-term business needs, such as summer cleans, special projects, or staffing shortages.