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AccorHotel

Housekeeping - Houseperson

Durham, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

We combine a multi-venue contemporary art museum, boutique hotel and a chef driven restaurant to create a unique and welcoming opportunity. Come join our Flock! Reports To: Housekeeping Manager or ...

AccorHotel

Housekeeping - Houseperson

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

We combine a multi-venue contemporary art museum, boutique hotel and a chef driven restaurant to create a unique and welcoming opportunity. Come join our Flock! Reports To: Housekeeping Manager or ...

AccorHotel

Housekeeping - Houseperson

Durham, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

We combine a multi-venue contemporary art museum, boutique hotel and a chef driven restaurant to create a unique and welcoming opportunity. Come join our Flock! Reports To: Housekeeping Manager or ...

AccorHotel

Housekeeping - Houseperson

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

We combine a multi-venue contemporary art museum, boutique hotel and a chef driven restaurant to create a unique and welcoming opportunity. Come join our Flock! Reports To: Housekeeping Manager or ...

Buckner International

Housekeeper Full Time

Fort Worth, TX

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

The Stayton at Museum Way, by Buckner Location: Fort Worth, TX - Onsite Address: 2501 Museum Way, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Job Schedule : Full-Time We are seeking a Housekeeper to join our community ...

Buckner International

Housekeeper Full Time

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

The Stayton at Museum Way, by Buckner Location: Fort Worth, TX - Onsite Address: 2501 Museum Way, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Job Schedule : Full-Time We are seeking a Housekeeper to join our community ...

Buckner International

Housekeeper Full Time

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

The Stayton at Museum Way, by Buckner Location: Fort Worth, TX - Onsite Address: 2501 Museum Way, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Job Schedule : Full-Time We are seeking a Housekeeper to join our community ...

The Estate Agency

Housekeeper - Alpine, NJ

Alpine, NJ

$80K - $90K/yr

We are seeking a housekeeper with impeccable attention to detail, possessing extensive product knowledge to maintain museum-quality cleanliness within the residence. The ideal candidate should be ...

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How much do museum housekeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum housekeeper in the United States is $16.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum housekeeper?

Museum housekeepers are specialized cleaning professionals responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and preservation of museum spaces, including galleries, offices, and public areas. They use specific techniques and materials to ensure that artifacts and exhibits are not damaged during cleaning. Their duties may include dusting display cases, vacuuming floors, cleaning restrooms, and handling emergency spills, all while adhering to strict conservation protocols. Museum housekeepers play an essential role in providing a safe and welcoming environment for visitors and staff, as well as supporting the long-term care of collections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum housekeeper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Housekeeper, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of cleaning techniques suitable for delicate artifacts, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with specialized cleaning tools, non-abrasive cleaning agents, and museum-specific conservation guidelines is typically required. Reliability, discretion, and the ability to work independently while respecting confidentiality make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure the preservation of valuable exhibits and contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors and staff.

What are some unique challenges museum housekeepers face compared to housekeeping roles in other settings?

Museum Housekeepers often work around delicate and valuable artifacts, requiring specialized cleaning techniques and an understanding of conservation protocols. They must be vigilant about using the correct cleaning agents and tools to avoid damaging exhibits, and often coordinate with curators or conservators when accessing display areas. Additionally, their schedules may be shaped by public hours and special events, requiring flexibility and careful planning to minimize disruption to visitors and programs.

What is the difference between Museum Housekeeper vs Museum Custodian?

AspectMuseum HousekeeperMuseum Custodian
CredentialsNone specific, basic cleaning certifications optionalTypically no formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentExhibition spaces, storage areas, public and staff areasExhibition halls, storage rooms, security zones
Employer & Industry UsageMuseums, cultural institutions, galleriesMuseums, historical sites, cultural institutions
Primary ResponsibilitiesCleaning, maintaining cleanliness, basic upkeepMonitoring exhibits, security, environmental controls

While both roles support museum operations, a Museum Housekeeper focuses on cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of museum spaces, whereas a Museum Custodian is more involved in monitoring exhibits and ensuring security. The roles often overlap in work environment but differ in primary duties and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Museum Housekeeper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,933 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Museum Visitor Experience Associate

MATTRESS FACTORY

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$15/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

VISITOR EXPERIENCE ASSOCIATE
 
FLSA status: Part-time, Non-exempt
 
Hours: Wednesday 10:45AM-6PM and Thursday-Sunday 10:AM-6PM, as needed. Estimated 20-28 hr/wk.  
 
Hourly rate: $15.00
 
Reports to: Visitor Experience Manager
 
 
About Mattress Factory
Mattress Factory is a contemporary art museum and international residency program in Pittsburgh, PA, dedicated to supporting artists in creating site-specific art and connecting audiences with contemporary art. Since 1977, the museum has showcased the work of over 750 artists from around the world, reflecting diverse cultural perspectives and exploring groundbreaking ideas. As an artist-centered institution, Mattress Factory provides artists with the resources and freedom to take creative risks and engage the community. 
 
 
Position Overview
As a Visitor Experience Associate (VEA), you play a key role in providing a positive and insightful visitor experience by providing excellent customer service and facilitating a deeper understanding of the installations. You will also perform light housekeeping to ensure all public areas are ready to welcome visitors. While maintaining an approachable, enthusiastic demeanor, you monitor gallery spaces, welcome guests, sell tickets at the front desk and perform basic retail functions in the MF Shop. Depending on where you are staffed, you may manage engagement with a work and monitor for inappropriate interaction to protect an artwork. You report to the Visitor Experience Manager and interface regularly with all museum employees.   
 
Key Responsibilities
·         Be a positive, enthusiastic representative of the Mattress Factory  
·         Enhance the guest experience  
·         Promote a guest-centric culture  
·         Welcome each guest to the museum and assist them with purchasing tickets, memberships and merchandise  
·         Ensure that the Front Desk, Lobby, Galleries and MF Shop are presentable to guests. This includes performing regular, basic housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and wiping down glass and mirrors.  
·         Stay attuned to visitor experience; actively engage with visitors to answer questions and provide additional information  
·         Answer incoming calls to the museum on a multi-line phone system, providing correct and current information in a helpful manner and routing calls to the proper departments as needed  
·         Stay informed on museum happenings and offerings and act as a resource of museum information, policies and procedures  
·         Monitor galleries and museum annex buildings, making note of any necessary exhibition maintenance  
·         Maintain public facing areas of the museum including stocking supplies and printed materials  
·         Close and secure gallery spaces  
·         Work cooperatively with managers and co-workers to provide the best possible guest experience  
 
Qualifications
·         Experience working as part of a guest service team, preferably in a museum or cultural setting  
·         Excellent verbal and interpersonal communications skills 
·         Professional, personable demeanor  
·         Consistent availability and dedication to punctuality 
·         Collaborative attitude and a love of teamwork  
·         Ability to seek clarification, assistance or direction if uncertain of priorities  
·         Must be able to traverse all areas of campus, including building which require the use of stairs.