Part-time Housekeeper (2 Positions)
About the role
Union (USW Local 1998) Job Opportunity - Infrastructure and Sustainability
Posting Date: September 18, 2025
Closing Date: October 2, 2025
Position Title: Part-time Housekeeper (2 positions)
Department: Housekeeping- Infrastructure and Sustainability
Appointment Type: Continuing / Permanent
Work Schedule: 24 hours per week, schedule to be confirmed. Shifts may include: Weekday Overnight (10:00pm - 6:30am), Weekend (12:00pm - 8:30pm), and Weekday Afternoon (12:00pm - 8:30pm)
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: Apply by clicking "Apply Now" above.
Victoria University thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Victoria University
Victoria University prides itself on being excellent and inclusive. We are ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, and we actively support students to reach their full individual potential. We are delivering the unique VU Block Model – a first in Australia.
After two years, this progressive, smarter way to undertake tertiary study has resulted in soaring pass rates, an increase in grade averages, and recognition from the International Education Association of Australia Excellence Awards for innovation and excellence in education.
VU is a university with strong ties to industry, with access to workplace learning opportunities that will give our students real-world experience, ensuring that they are work-ready upon graduation.
With 15 research disciplines ranked at or above world standard in the latest Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) assessments, VU Research offers preeminent research opportunities in sport, health and active living, and sustainable industries and liveable cities.
VU is also a global leader in sports science education. Its world-renowned Institute for Health & Sport fosters close relationships with over 350 sport-related partners including elite sporting organisations.
VU has more than 40,000 students from over 90 countries studying onshore and 5400 studying at VU’s partner institutions in the People’s Republic of China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam.
VU continues to offer its diverse student body an accessible, flexible, internationally engaged and industry-focused education that produces job-ready graduates.
Find out more about the VU Block Model: http://www.vu.edu.au Search career opportunities at VU: http://www.vu.edu.au/careers
CRICOS Provider No. 00124K (Melbourne) / 02475D (Sydney) / RTO Code: 3113
Part-time Housekeeper (2 Positions)
About the role
Union (USW Local 1998) Job Opportunity - Infrastructure and Sustainability
Posting Date: September 18, 2025
Closing Date: October 2, 2025
Position Title: Part-time Housekeeper (2 positions)
Department: Housekeeping- Infrastructure and Sustainability
Appointment Type: Continuing / Permanent
Work Schedule: 24 hours per week, schedule to be confirmed. Shifts may include: Weekday Overnight (10:00pm - 6:30am), Weekend (12:00pm - 8:30pm), and Weekday Afternoon (12:00pm - 8:30pm)
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: Apply by clicking "Apply Now" above.
Victoria University thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Victoria University
Victoria University prides itself on being excellent and inclusive. We are ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, and we actively support students to reach their full individual potential. We are delivering the unique VU Block Model – a first in Australia.
After two years, this progressive, smarter way to undertake tertiary study has resulted in soaring pass rates, an increase in grade averages, and recognition from the International Education Association of Australia Excellence Awards for innovation and excellence in education.
VU is a university with strong ties to industry, with access to workplace learning opportunities that will give our students real-world experience, ensuring that they are work-ready upon graduation.
With 15 research disciplines ranked at or above world standard in the latest Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) assessments, VU Research offers preeminent research opportunities in sport, health and active living, and sustainable industries and liveable cities.
VU is also a global leader in sports science education. Its world-renowned Institute for Health & Sport fosters close relationships with over 350 sport-related partners including elite sporting organisations.
VU has more than 40,000 students from over 90 countries studying onshore and 5400 studying at VU’s partner institutions in the People’s Republic of China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam.
VU continues to offer its diverse student body an accessible, flexible, internationally engaged and industry-focused education that produces job-ready graduates.
Find out more about the VU Block Model: http://www.vu.edu.au Search career opportunities at VU: http://www.vu.edu.au/careers
CRICOS Provider No. 00124K (Melbourne) / 02475D (Sydney) / RTO Code: 3113