Housekeeping Workers - Dayshift Job at State of Virginia in Harrisonburg
State of Virginia, Harrisonburg, VA, US
Working Title: Housekeeping Workers - Dayshift State Role Title: Housekeeping and/or Apparel Worker I Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified) Position Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime College/Division: Business Services Department: 300132 - Housekeeping AUX Pay Rate: Minimum Starting Specify Range or Amount: $14.34 Per Hour / $29,829 Per Year 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: 9/10/2025 About JMU: At James Madison University (JMU), we're more than just a publicly funded institution - we're a vibrant, welcoming community nestled on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees. Why Work at JMU? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
- 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.
- It is likely that staff will be moved on a regular basis, temporarily, to meet short-term business needs; such as summer cleans, special projects, shortages in other areas, etc.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform physically demanding job duties with or without an accommodation.
- Ability to work with industrial-strength chemicals and equipment including buffers, scrubbers, and waxers.
- Ability to clean materials containing bloodborne pathogens.
- Effective time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and basic customer service aptitude.
- Positive interpersonal skills and willingness to work cooperatively in a team environment are essential.
- Ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in English.