Room Attendant - Housekeeper

Philadelphia, United States
Room Attendant - Housekeeper
Company
Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
HHM Hotels
Job description
Opportunity: Room Attendant

Clean and maintain guest rooms to ensure rooms meet established standards.

Your Growth Path

Housekeeping Supervisor – Assistant Executive Housekeeper – Executive Housekeeper

Your Focus
• Greet guests upon interaction with a warm and friendly greeting.
• Clean guest rooms according to standards within the allotted time frame by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Change bed linens and replace towels and other amenities.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures; dust furniture, walls or equipment.
• Notify managers concerning the need for repairs in guest rooms.
• Process guest items left in rooms according to lost and found policy.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform house person and lobby attendant duties when short staffed or during peak periods.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills
• High School diploma preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience required or equivalent training.
• Understand and communicate in English.

HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks
• Competitive wages for full time and part time opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Daily Pay
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
• Educational/Professional Development
• Referral Bonus Program

Work Environment and Context
• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays, and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing and pulling, reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting up to 20 pounds and use of cleaning chemicals.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States

Q
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for non-exempt cleaning staff is $7.25 per hour as of 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate is required for hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the FLSA. Many states mandate higher rates, such as $17.00 per hour in California effective January 1, 2026.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
Q
What is the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $18.10 as of 2026 projections from May 2023 data. This equates to a median annual wage of $37,640 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $12.50 per hour, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $25.80 per hour.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Q
What H-2B visa requirements apply to foreign workers seeking cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per USCIS, the H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural cleaning jobs has a FY2026 cap of 66,000 visas, with supplemental caps up to 64,000 additional if authorized by Congress as in prior years. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available and pay at least the prevailing wage of $18.10 per hour for janitors. Applications require Form I-129 filed at least 75 days before work start.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education or experience is needed for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal educational credential is required for janitors and building cleaners, with 94 percent of workers having a high school diploma or less. No prior work experience is typically needed for entry-level positions, as training is provided on the job lasting less than one month. About 1.9 million jobs are projected for 2026-2033 with 4 percent growth.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics