Housekeeper; Day Shift

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. Primary duties are physically demanding housekeeping duties in large academic, administrative and athletic buildings. Areas cleaned/disinfected may include auditoriums, classrooms, laboratories, offices, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, stairways, offices and common areas. Duties include building unlocking, operating heavy cleaning equipment, removing trash and recyclables, dusting, changing light bulbs, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, locker rooms, classrooms, offices, labs, surfaces, light fixtures, delivering supplies, and related tasks.

Reliability and dependability are crucial to ensure early morning work demands are completed in a timely manner.

Normal Day Shift
: 6:00am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with potential weekend work. Schedule adjustments and holiday/weekend work may occur based on workloads and department needs. Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Must be reliable, dependable, able to perform physically demanding work, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, use 6 ft ladders, stand for long periods, and have knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment. Able to work in a busy campus setting while completing assignments.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to report to work in various weather conditions. This position is designated as “Mandatory” during adverse weather and performers are expected to work per University/Department guidelines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions, read and comprehend labels, directions and cleaning-related communications.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships, work independently or in a team, and communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Experience with housekeeping/cleaning procedures and/or commercial floor maintenance or an equivalent combination of training and experience is considered. Knowledge of large building cleaning practices and industrial equipment is a plus.
• Must have a valid NC Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• The above description is representative of duties and responsibilities and is not inclusive; other duties may be assigned to meet the mission of the Department and University.

Some state job postings qualify by an equal combination of education and experience. If that language appears, you may qualify through either years of education or directly related experience, or a combination of both. Knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions, and capacity to perform medium to heavy physical work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

$35,456

Position Type:
Permanent Full-Time

Hours per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Salary Band Range: $33,540 - $47,847

Salary Grade:
Career banding equivalent of 50

Open Date: 07/08/2026

Close Date: 07/27/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Applicants must apply online and include all employment history and 4 WORK / BUSINESS references (no relatives, neighbors, pastors, friends, etc. MUST be work references). Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of references with complete contact information.

Work history or employers listed on a resume or attachments MUST be included on the application. Include ALL work experience and education on the application to receive appropriate credit toward qualification for this position. Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran’s Preference.

A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the Department directly if selected for an interview. If no applicants meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience, management may consider other applicants. All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12-month probationary period as defined by OSHR.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All…