This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This position has an end date of August 31, 2026.

Location- This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeper provides cleaning, housekeeping and motel/hotel services for students in residence, University Summer Conference guests and Conference Guest Suites.

The Campus Operations & Services team supports the University of Alberta through a range of essential services and works for operating, maintaining and renewing infrastructure across our campuses.

• Removes garbage from common areas and washrooms, floors, etc.

• Provides maintenance to hard floor and carpeted surfaces by stripping, waxing, bonnet buffing, shampooing, extracting and performing spot removal

• Vacuums and cleans all surfaces of hallways, stairwells, lounges, and lobbies walls, including furniture

• Performs heavy lifting and moving, such as rearranging and moving furniture for deep cleaning

• Removes bio-hazards, sanitizes contaminated areas, and cleans up vandalism as required;

• Cleans and sanitizes washrooms and service centers including sinks, shower stalls, floors, stoves, countertops, outside of refrigerators, freezers and cabinets, etc.

• Cleans vacated student residence rooms as required

• Reports safety and maintenance concerns (e.g. broken equipment, potential injury and health hazards, damage to property, vandalism, and graffiti)

• Provides hotel/motel service during the Summer Conference Season which includes: cleaning guest rooms on a daily basis, supplying towels and linens, cleaning common areas, and washes and folds bed linen, blankets, and towels

• Minimum Grade 10; High School Diploma preferred

• Preference will be given to post-secondary students

Considered an Asset:

• Knowledge and experience in cleaning chemicals, stain removal, floor care, and equipment
• Good working knowledge of verbal and written English
• Previous experience in a related custodial field
• Experience in floor
• Completion of WHMIS, Bio-hazard Clean Up, and Safety and Fire Extinguisher training preferred
• Ability to work independently and in direct contact with a variety of customers

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.