Room & Public Area Attendant

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a dedicated cleaning staff member to maintain the quality of their residence facilities. Responsibilities include deep cleaning rooms and common areas, reporting damages, and ensuring a high level of cleanliness and safety. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and have prior cleaning experience. Full-time schedule with varying shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience cleaning in a large institutional or commercial establishment is an asset.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision within a diverse community.
• Must have great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Clean and supply all assigned rooms according to procedures.
• Report all damage and mechanical deficiencies.
• Inspect carpets, upholstery, and vinyl to assess the level of cleaning required.

Skills

Communication in English

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Education

Completion of 10th grade or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 09/17/2025
Req ID: 45027
Faculty/Division: Operations and Real Estate Partnership
Department: S&E Student Residences
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00027888

Description:

The Chestnut Residence and Conference Centre is a University of Toronto operated facility located in the heart of downtown Toronto, offering residence, summer residence, convention and banquet services.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Rooms Manager, the candidate will clean and supply all assigned rooms in addition to reporting all damage, mechanical deficiencies, suspicious activities, in accordance with all housekeeping procedures and standards, safety and security rules and regulations to ensure student/guest satisfaction.

• Deep clean the following areas in the bathrooms: shower, tub shower curtain/liner, door floor, vanity, sink, mirror, and hair dryer
• Clean walls, remove wall marks and spot clean for any spills and stains both in furniture and fixtures
• Clean and dust furniture
• Clean sofa, chairs and cushions
• Collects waste and deposits it in general receptacle
• Clean lamps, telephones, windows, baseboard, ledges and light switches
• Dust pictures, mirrors and frames
• Align drapes when necessary
• Clean under beds
• Report damaged areas to the Rooms Manager
• Respond to all requests from housekeeping office
• Inspect carpets, upholstery and vinyl to assess the level of cleaning required
• Vacuum carpets to remove loose dirt and debris
• Apply cleaning solutions to carpets using appropriate equipment
• Use specialized tools to remove stubborn stains and dirt
• Rinse carpets thoroughly to remove cleaning solutions and residue
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Completion of tenth (10th) grade or equivalent.

Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year experience cleaning in a large institutional or commercial establishment is an asset.

Other

• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision within a diverse community.
• Professional attitude, motivated.
• Must have great attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to push up to 50lbs and lift up to 50lbs.
• First Aid, CPR and WHMIS training is an asset.
• Experience cleaning and shampoo carpets is an asset
• Ability to excel in a fast paced environment.

Assets

• Specialized experience cleaning and shampoo carpets is an asset.

Please note

• May be required to work early mornings, afternoons and/or weekend shifts. Staff are scheduled in accordance with business needs.

Closing Date: 09/25/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Appointment Type: Ancillary Operations
Schedule: Full-Time, may be required to work early mornings, afternoons and/or weekend shifts.
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $25.50 per hour
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services
Recruiter: Sabrina Gava

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.