Evening Housekeeping Team Lead

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

Job summary

James Madison University (JMU) is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the Evening Shift to supervise a small team and support daily cleaning operations on campus. The role is full-time with hours Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., and overtime for events or on-call needs.

Responsibilities include leading a housekeeping crew, coordinating supplies, performing cleaning tasks, and adhering to safety procedures. A background check is required, with E-Verify participation after hire.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding 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 diverse people, and manage time to meet schedule.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and basic customer service concepts.
• Basic proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership 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 the trash/recycling program.

Skills

Team Leadership

Housekeeping

English Proficiency

Safety Procedures

Customer Service Basics

Tools

Buffers

Scrubbers

Waxers

Job description

James Madison University (JMU) is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for the Evening Shift to supervise a small team and support daily cleaning operations on campus. The role is full-time with hours Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., and overtime for events or on-call needs.

Responsibilities include leading a housekeeping crew, coordinating supplies, performing cleaning tasks, and adhering to safety procedures. A background check is required, with E-Verify participation after hire.