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How much do remote housekeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote housekeeper in Virginia is $16.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.37 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Remote Housekeeper, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with cleaning protocols, often supported by prior housekeeping or hospitality roles. Familiarity with scheduling and communication apps, inventory management systems, and sometimes remote supervision tools is typical. Excellent time management, reliability, and clear communication help build trust and ensure expectations are met when working independently. These skills are essential for maintaining high cleanliness standards and client satisfaction, even without direct on-site supervision.

What is the difference between Remote Housekeeper vs Remote Personal Assistant?

AspectRemote HousekeeperRemote Personal Assistant
CredentialsNone required or basic cleaning certificationsAdministrative skills, possibly some certifications in office management
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, cleaning and organizing tasksVirtual office, scheduling, correspondence management
Employer & Industry UsageHouseholds, cleaning servicesExecutives, entrepreneurs, corporate clients
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The main difference is that Remote Housekeepers focus on cleaning and maintaining homes remotely or on-site, while Remote Personal Assistants handle administrative tasks for clients virtually. Both roles may require organizational skills, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

What are some common challenges faced by remote housekeepers, and how can they overcome them?

Remote housekeepers often face challenges such as coordinating cleaning schedules with clients who are not physically present, maintaining clear communication, and managing expectations regarding cleaning standards. To overcome these challenges, it's important to use reliable scheduling and communication tools, clearly outline service agreements, and request periodic feedback from clients. Staying organized and proactive helps ensure that remote housekeepers can deliver quality service and build trust with clients.

What are remote housekeepers?

Remote housekeepers are professionals who provide cleaning and organizational guidance or support for homes and businesses without being physically present. They may offer virtual consultations, create customized cleaning schedules, or oversee local cleaning teams using technology. This role typically involves coordinating tasks, offering cleaning tips, and ensuring that cleanliness standards are met through remote communication tools. Remote housekeepers are especially helpful for property owners managing vacation rentals, second homes, or remote properties.
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Infographic showing various Remote Housekeeper job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 60% Physical, 39% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,642 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Custodial Worker (Housekeeping)QUARTERLY 500 DOLLAR BONUS W/SATISFACTORY EVALUATION 1ST YR

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Williamsburg, VA • On-site, Remote

$18.21/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 50 rated military and defense


Job description

Summary
This position is assigned to the (MWR) Recreational Lodging program; Fleet Readiness (N92); (CNIC); Naval Weapons Station Cheatham Annex. MWR Lodging offers accommodations to include (RV) Parks, Vacation Rentals (Cottages, cabins, singles houses, townhomes, duplexes, mobile homes, hotels, apartments, and yurts) and Campgrounds. The purpose of this position is to provide quality and efficient housekeeping services to guest or guest areas while maintaining the highest level of customer service.
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Duties
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  • Performs varying degrees of complexity in cleaning processes for facility to include but not limited to lodging units, common areas, office, bathhouse, laundry facility, etc. Demonstrates proficiency related to daily service, checkout, deep cleaning, and special project cleaning assignments based on program cleaning standards.
  • Vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors; dusts, polishes, cleans, and moves furniture.
  • Cleans walls, doors, ceilings, stand-up/ceiling fans, light fixtures, exterior of air vents, windows, sills, tracks, blinds and curtains.
  • Removes trash, places in dumpsters, and replaces liners.
  • Cleans washers and dryers and ensures machines are operational.
  • Cleans common area spaces to include bathhouses, vending rooms and ice machines, laundry rooms, elevators, break rooms, walkways, corridors, stairwells, office spaces, lounges, storerooms and storage spaces.
  • Places proper number of amenities in room to include consumables/non-consumables, linen, kitchen, and bathroom.
  • Removes and replaces bed linen, inspects mattresses and pull-out sofas, and moves/re-positions beds upon guest checkout, weekly, or at a guest's request.
  • Cleans coffee makers, ice buckets, beverage kits, refrigerators, stove tops, cookware, utensils, cutlery, cups/glasses, plates, sinks, counters, ovens, ranges, cupboards, drawers, and microwaves to include proper programming of its respective clock/time.
  • Ensures dishwashers are clean and in working condition.
  • Cleans vanities, mirrors, hardware, cabinets/shelving, toilets, bath tubs/shower stalls, tile, and bathroom exhaust fans. Replaces bathroom terry and linens to include shower curtains.
  • Cleans irons, removes excess water and replaces as necessary, cleans ironing boards and replaces covers as necessary, cleans and ensures proper functionality of luggage racks and ensures proper numbers of clean male/female hangers are available in closets.
  • Ensures in-room guest directories are clean and organized; TVs are clean and programmed to proper channel and volume; alarm clocks are properly programmed with back-up battery and in room phones are clean, properly programmed, and in working condition.
  • Performs deep cleaning as required by program standards (e.g., on a scheduled basis and upon check-out of guests in "pet friendly" rooms and in rooms that had an ADA service animal), which includes, but is not limited to: defrosting the refrigerator, cleaning windows (inside and out), replacing and/or cleaning drapes, moving furniture and cleaning normally hidden areas, carpet cleaning (shampoo and/or spot treatment), cleaning walls/woodwork, and other such tasks.
  • Counts, sorts, inspects, and prepares linen for operational use.
  • Applies Blood Borne Pathogen criteria to determine potential safety concerns related to contaminated linens and applies appropriate NGIS protocols during daily service activity.
  • Completes maintenance requests for items broken, defective, or in need of replacing.
  • Performs basic, routine maintenance on vacuum cleaners by cleaning all areas and replacing filters as necessary.
  • Maintains the cleanliness, inventory, and organization of housekeeping carts and linen carts.
  • Reports any damages or valuables (e.g. large amounts of cash, jewelry, or confidential/sensitive information) left out in the open by guests to the supervisor.
  • Reports any activity that appears unsafe, illegal, or suspicious to the supervisor.
  • Interacts professionally with guests and other team members, displays a positive attitude, utilizes effective communication skills, and assists guests to include answering questions concerning hotel facilities and provides information about on base and local attractions.
  • Communicates with the front desk when identifying lost and found items by annotating all relevant information to facilitate retrieval of the item for that specific guest.
  • Maintains key control for assigned key and reports any issues immediately to the supervisor.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • This position is subject to the possibility of workdays on weekends and holidays, as well as, rotating shifts, often consisting of other than normal duty hours.
  • This position may be designated ALPHA personnel for inclement weather or in the interest of national security and may be required to report for work when other employees are excused.
  • May be recalled to duty and/or required to work overtime, including on an emergency basis.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of a physical examination.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (Review required documents section for more information.)

Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
  • Knowledge of cleaning procedures and proper use of cleaning equipment and approved cleaning chemicals, including familiarity with applicable Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  • Knowledge of Recreational Lodging program standards.
  • Ability to operate all in-room appliances (e.g., coffee maker, television, clock radio, telephone, etc.).
  • Ability to utilize Property Management System (PMS) and/or Point of Sale (POS) system software to update room status using the in-room telephone system.
  • Ability to accurately complete daily room status reports and housekeeping assignment sheets. Ability to interpret, execute, and document cleaning actions in accordance with Recreational Lodging Housekeeping Manual and program policy guidance.
  • Ability to apply knowledge of general cleaning procedures to complete housekeeping tasks.
  • Ability to safely and properly use common hand and power tools.
  • Ability to apply sound judgment to schedule and prioritize work assignments in order to honor requests for No Service/Do-Not-Disturb while adhering to program standards for in person service follow-up and cleaning frequencies.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing with management, staff and guests.

Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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