Housekeeping- Hourly, University Housing

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking a Housekeeping- Hourly staff member for University Housing on the Cullowhee, NC campus. The role involves cleaning and caring for housing facilities, with duties that may include moving furniture and using heavy cleaning equipment.

Open to candidates who can follow instructions, perform physical work, and communicate effectively. The position is an on-campus, non-student, pooled opening with application through the University Housing Office.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of cleaning procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of University Housing facilities.
• Move furniture and operate cleaning equipment as needed.
• Carry trash, sweep, mop, vacuum, clean bathrooms, walls, windows and light fixtures.
• Perform light maintenance and other related tasks.

Skills

Follow instructions

Medium to heavy physical work

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Housekeeping- Hourly, University Housing (T00942)

Working Title Housekeeping- Hourly, University Housing (T00942)

Department

Department University Housing

Salary Range

Salary Range $12.00 to $15.00 depending upon experience

Posting Information

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

Students should NOT apply for this position. Students should come to the University Housing Office to complete an application.

This position is a pooled position. Immediate opening might not be available. Position will be filled based upon need of department.

This position will perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of University Housing facilities. Duties include physically challenging activities such as moving furniture, operating heavy cleaning equipment, carrying trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, walls, windows and light fixtures, minor maintenance and other related tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

The ability to follow written and verbal instruction; the ability to perform medium to heavy physical work; the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and the ability to work effectively with others.

Minimum Qualifications

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred.

Posting Text

Open Date

Open Date 09/28/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/02/2026

Open Until Filled No

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Required Documents Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of references

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current WCU student enrolled in 6+ credit hours?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid drivers license?
  • yes
  • no
• * Did you graduate from high school?
  • yes
  • no
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
  • Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
  • Indeed.com
  • Personal Referral
  • Agency Referral
  • Other