Wage Housekeeping Worker

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is accepting applications for part-time Wage/Housekeeping positions. The role involves cleaning duties with flexible scheduling and up to 29 hours per week, paying $14.11 per hour.

The position requires basic English, safety awareness, and a positive, cooperative attitude to maintain a clean and welcoming campus environment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing a variety of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to clean materials containing bloodborne pathogens and use strong chemicals.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work with others to keep campus facilities welcoming and beautiful.
• Ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas using manual tools and power equipment such as buffers, vacuums, and auto scrubbers.
• Understand and practice all university safety procedures, particularly as they relate to equipment operation and chemical use.
• Participate in the university's trash/recycling program.

Skills

Cleaning tasks

Stand for long periods

English proficiency

Operate buffers/scrubbers

Tools

Buffers

Scrubbers

Waxers

Job description

Working Title

Wage Housekeeping Worker

State Role Title

Housekeeping and/or Apparel Worker I

Position Type

Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status

Part-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division

Business Services

Department

100254 - Housekeeping E&G

Pay Band

1

Pay Rate

Hourly

Specify Range or Amount

$14.11 per hour

Is this a JMU only position?

No

Is this a grant-funded position?

No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?

No

Beginning Review Date

9/28/2026

About JMU

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future.

• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

General Information

Become a valuable part of the JMU community! James Madison University is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and is located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley.

James Madison University (JMU) is accepting applications on a continual basis for part-time Housekeeping Workers. FM Housekeeping offers flexible scheduling/hours, with various shift options. Part-time staff can work up to 29 hours per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas using manual tools and power equipment such as buffers, vacuums, and auto scrubbers.
• Understand and practice all university safety procedures, particularly as they relate to equipment operation and chemical use.
• Participate in the university's trash/recycling program.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience performing a variety of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to clean materials containing bloodborne pathogens and ability to use strong chemicals to clean.
• A positive attitude and a desire to work together to keep the facilities of the JMU campus welcoming and beautiful are essential.
• Ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in English.

Additional Considerations:

• Ability to operate buffers, scrubbers, and waxers for cleaning.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: [phone].

Reasonable Accommodation

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail]. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.