Housekeeper (Night Shift) - #004631

Housekeeper (Night Shift)

• #004631 Western Carolina University $33,540
• $47,847 parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, North Carolina, Cullowhee 1 University Way (Show on map) Apr 28, 2026 Housekeeper (Night Shift)
• #004631 Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a list of references (with complete contact information). An optional cover letter and resume may also be submitted.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then 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 the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number

SHRA1649P

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/33793 Classification Title Building Environmental Technician Competency Level Journey Working Title Housekeeper (Night Shift)

• #004631 Department Campus Activities About WCU Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year.

Including:

• 2025
• Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
• 2024
• Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023
• Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022
• Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans

• eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.

Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences

• many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position will perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of Residential Living facilities. Duties include but are not limited to: Moving furniture. Operating heavy cleaning equipment such as a floor scrubber/buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, and/or others as necessary. Following the guidelines set by the Housekeeping Standard Operating Procedure (HK SOP), Housekeeping Checklist (HK Checklist), and/or the instruction of their supervisor(s). Pulling/carrying trash and recycling. Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors. Thorough cleaning/disinfecting of bathrooms (all fixtures and surfaces). Cleaning and/or dusting walls, windows, and light fixtures. Minor maintenance tasks. Taking part in rotational weekend work. Other necessary or related tasks/duties as assigned. Additionally, Housekeepers can expect to receive occasional requests to adjust their usual schedule, either staying late/coming in early, doing additional weekend work to meet deadlines, or being called in to assist in unusual or emergency cleanup duties. Requests such as these will be kept to a minimum, but will occur throughout the course of a typical working year. This is a physically demanding job that requires constant standing, squatting, walking, pushing/pulling, and the ability to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis. Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Knowledge of cleaning techniques, strong interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, general computer proficiency, organizational and planning skills, ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to accomplish work as part of a team, or individually. Ability to lift 35lbs with reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Some state job postings say you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. 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. Anticipated Hiring Range $37,228 + shift differential Position Type Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours per Week 40 Number of Months per Year 12 Salary Band Range $33,540

• $47,847 Salary Grade For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this journey level posiiton is considered a Salary Grade 53.

Posting Text Open Date 04/28/2026 Close Date 05/12/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a list of references (with complete contact information). An optional cover letter and resume may also be submitted.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then 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 the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources ( OSHR). 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. Credential Verification 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 (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. 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. Applicant Documents Required Documents List of references Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume DD-214 NGB 23A (RPAS) DD256 or NGB22 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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