Temporary Housekeeper - University Place Hotel

Temporary Housekeeper
- University Place Hotel Please see Special Instructions for more details. Position Announcement

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026

Classification Title

Classification Title Custodian

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Housekeeper
- University Place Hotel

Department

Department 670551 - AUX University Place Conf Ctr

Position Number

Position Number D95659

Representation

Representation OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503

Position FTE

Position FTE Between .75 and 1.0 FTE

End date, if applicable

End date, if applicable 12/31/2026

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

University Place Hotel and Conference Center is Downtown Portland’s only Economical Hotel and Affordable Conference Center. Owned, Operated and Located on the campus of Portland State U

Portland State University’s University Place Hotel and Conference Center ( UPL ) is seeking two part-time Temporary Custodians/Housekeepers to join our team in the Housekeeping department.

These positions are responsible for providing a full range of cleaning duties for UPL’s guest rooms and public areas, including but not limited to linen rooms, the lobby, conference rooms, and offices. Our team members assist other staff and guests as needed by providing friendly, hospitable, and professional service while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Because typical schedules are focused on weekends, candidates with strong weekend availability (preferably between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM) are highly prioritized.

Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.
Refer to Personnel Rule .

• High School education or equivalent
• Ability to work alone and follow trained procedures and standards
• Ability to remain on feet, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, lift, push, and pull throughout shift
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends, and holidays
• Ability to take direction and be flexible to change tasks/multi-task no demand
• Ability to pay close attention to detail

• Two or more year’s custodial and/or housekeeping experience in a hotel, hospitality, or travel industry

Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.

Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.

Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.

Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours Sunday to Saturday, between 30 and 40 hours per week, schedule varies..

The salary rate for this position will be between $18.06 and $19.36 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

This part-time temporary position is not eligible for benefits

Special Working Conditions

Physical Demands: This position involves considerable physical activity and heavy manual labor. It requires the frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Physical work constitutes a primary part (more than 70%) of the job duties.

Environmental Factors: Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual environmental elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Hazards and Safety: The work environment involves potential exposure to hazards or physical risks, including cleaning chemicals, biohazards (such as human waste), and other substances. Adherence to basic safety precautions and the use of personal protective equipment ( PPE ) are required.

Scheduling: Because the University Place Hotel is a 24-hour facility, this position may require flexible scheduling, including day, evening, night, weekend, or holiday shifts to support operational needs.

Application screening begins 06/22/2026

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