Housekeeper (1st Shift)

Indiana Wesleyan University; Marion, Northern (IN, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, IN is seeking a Housekeeper to support the Lead Housekeeper with daily custodial tasks across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include cleaning entrances, offices, restrooms, and common areas, operating cleaning equipment, and assisting with special events and summer blitz cleaning. High school diploma required; valid driver's license preferred; strong teamwork and communication skills strongly valued.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs during daily tasks.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities are required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custodial responsibilities in assigned buildings under Lead Housekeeper.
• Operates light and heavy cleaning equipment and follows sanitizing best practices.
• Coordinate with Facility Managers and campus staff for services as needed.
• Overtime may be required as directed by supervision.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job no: 495192
Work type: Hourly (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Facilities/Grounds/Skilled Trades

Reporting Relationship

Director of Housekeeping

Campus Location

Maintenance Building, Marion, IN

Summary of Position

The Housekeepers' primary responsibilities are to assist the Lead Housekeeper with routine cleaning and custodial care for assigned facilities, projects, coverage of special events, manage assigned teams for summer blitz cleaning of facilities, operate light and heavy janitorial equipment, and perform special cleaning projects as assigned. Participate in training and development opportunities as required. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to cleaning entrances, lobbies, offices, lounges, classrooms, study rooms, restrooms, stairwells, common residential areas, floor care, shower rooms, dining rooms and auditoriums.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Lead Housekeeper, the Housekeeper will maintain specified cleaning responsibilities in assigned buildings and should be able to make independent decisions to accomplish the day-to-day custodial responsibilities
• Knowledge in the operations of building services, related equipment and tasks as well as "best practices" for sanitizing and disinfecting cleaning processes
• Requires interaction with various staff members and fellow team members; ability to remain flexible while working closely with other housekeeping staff, in addition to all Facility Managers and departments across campus to coordinate specific services as needed
• May be required to work overtime as directed by supervision

Qualifications

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

• Ability to work independently and as a team member on detailed day-to-day tasks

Required Skills

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Excellent organizational, problem solving and communication skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 13 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Sep 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time