Housekeeper (Term)
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Shifts: Monday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Job Classification: USW Pay Band 2 Pay Rate (Hourly): Probationary: $22.26 – After 480 Hours: $24.07 – After 2080 Hours: $26.96
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- Shifts: Monday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Job Classification: USW Pay Band 2 Pay Rate (Hourly): Probationary: $22.26 – After 480 Hours: $24.07 – After 2080 Hours: $26.96
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- 24 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Current Vacancy - Union (USW Local 1998)
Infrastructure and Sustainability
Posting Date: October 8, 2026
Closing Date: October 22, 2026
Position Title: Housekeeper
Department: Housekeeping - Infrastructure and Sustainability
Appointment Type: Term (10 months)
Work Schedule: 24 hours per week. Shifts: Monday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 pm–8:30 pm
Job Classification: USW Pay Band 2
Pay Rate (Hourly): Probationary: $22.26 – After 480 Hours: $24.07 – After 2080 Hours: $26.96
Victoria University is committed to equity in access to employment and a diverse and inclusive workplace. The University encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department vic.hr@utoronto.ca.
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Housekeeping Manager and on the job leadership of the Housekeeping Lead Hand, the incumbent provides scheduled cleaning, ongoing support and customer service to all areas of the University. Housekeepers are to perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and promote a positive attitude.
Qualifications Required:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
Two years of related housekeeping experience.
Other
Able to perform assigned housekeeping duties (operating equipment for floor maintenance etc.), with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to identify and measure chemicals that are required to perform housekeeping duties
Ability to set up and operate audio/visual equipment
Good communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
To Apply:
Internal Candidates: Please visit https://www.vicu.utoronto.ca/careers/ and click Internal Opportunities to login and apply.
External Candidates: Please click "Apply".
Victoria University thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The incumbent provides scheduled cleaning and ongoing support to all areas of the university. They are also responsible for setting up and operating audio/visual equipment while maintaining a safe and professional environment.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of related housekeeping experience. Proficiency in operating floor maintenance equipment and the ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely are required.
Skills
- Housekeeping
- Floor maintenance
- Chemical handling
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Safety compliance
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact email
vic.hr@utoronto.ca
Categories
- Hospitality
- Administrative
- Education
Keywords
- Housekeeping
- Infrastructure
- Sustainability
- Cleaning
- Floor maintenance
- Chemical safety
- Audio/visual equipment
- Customer service
- USW Local 1998
- University
- Term appointment