Evening Housekeeping Team Lead

JMU Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the Evening Shift to oversee a small crew of housekeepers, ensuring daily cleaning tasks and special projects are completed safely and on schedule.

The role requires leadership, experience in housekeeping, and the ability to manage supplies, follow safety procedures, and provide reliable service during the 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. shift with overtime as needed.

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 and manage time to keep to an assigned schedule.
• Basic proficiency in English.

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.
• Follow university safety procedures and participate in trash/recycling program.

Skills

Housekeeping

Team leadership

Safety procedures

English proficiency

Chemicals handling

Time management

Customer service

Bloodborne pathogens

Job description

James Madison University is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the Evening Shift to oversee a small crew of housekeepers, ensuring daily cleaning tasks and special projects are completed safely and on schedule.

The role requires leadership, experience in housekeeping, and the ability to manage supplies, follow safety procedures, and provide reliable service during the 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. shift with overtime as needed.