Day Shift Housekeeping Team Leader

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Well-being program

Tuition waiver

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the day shift in Facilities Management. This full-time role leads a small crew of housekeepers, coordinates daily tasks, and ensures adherence to safety and university policies. The position routinely covers weekdays with overtime for events, and may adjust in summer.

A strong work ethic and customer-service mindset are essential. Responsibilities include supervising cleaning, ordering supplies, and maintaining clean, safe spaces

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding job duties.
• Experience performing a variety of housekeeping tasks.
• 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.
• The successful candidate must also have knowledge of cleaning techniques and an understanding of basic customer service concepts.
• Ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and assistance to a small group of housekeepers during their daily activities and when performing special cleaning projects.
• Prepare work orders and requisitions for cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas.
• Understand and practice all university safety procedures and actively participating in the university's trash/recycling program.

Skills

Team leadership

English basics

Safety procedures

Housekeeping experience

Customer service

Physical stamina

Tools

Buffers

Scrubbers

Waxers

Job description

James Madison University is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the day shift in Facilities Management. This full-time role leads a small crew of housekeepers, coordinates daily tasks, and ensures adherence to safety and university policies. The position routinely covers weekdays with overtime for events, and may adjust in summer.

A strong work ethic and customer-service mindset are essential. Responsibilities include supervising cleaning, ordering supplies, and maintaining clean, safe spaces