WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
This role is perfect for someone who has years of cleaning experience, takes pride in their work, and wants stable, full-time pay with structured days off. You should be hardworking, reliable, and detail-oriented, willing to take ownership of your work and ensure 5-star quality. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments, lead by example, and enjoy mentoring others while maintaining high standards.
ABOUT US:
Pittsburgh Furnished Rentals is a top-rated short-term rental company managing 40+ Airbnb units in the Shadyside and Friendship neighborhoods, ranging from 1-bedroom apartments to 3-story houses. We have proudly maintained Superhost status for over five years, with an average review rating of 4.9/5, because of our commitment to 5-star hospitality and high-quality standards.Our team is small but mighty, and we’re looking for someone who wants to take ownership of their role and be a key part of our success.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This is a hands-on role where you’ll always be actively involved with cleaning and conducting quality checks on our units. The first 3-6 months will be spent doing housekeeping work to learn all aspects of the business and the role you’ll be supervising. As you gain more experience, the work will shift more towards managing the units, but cleaning will always be a key part of the role to ensure top-tier standards are met.
Once trained (3-6 months after working with us), we will be looking to you to be a resource for our housekeeping team and Guest support team to troubleshoot issues, problem solve, support our guests, and help ensure all units are ready for guests by 4 PM with a 5-star experience.
Even beyond the initial 3-6 month training period, you will always be expected to be in the units helping clean & perform quality checks while handling management responsibilities as well.
You’ll also be the go-to person when the Operations Manager is off (Fridays & Saturdays), ensuring our team stays on track.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Housekeeping & Quality Control:
For the first 3-6 months, you will be fully immersed in the housekeeping role to learn every aspect of the business and the expectations for quality and efficiency. This foundational period ensures you gain firsthand experience in cleaning standards, supply management, and turnover timing before stepping into a leadership role.Once trained, you will transition into additional responsibilities, but cleaning and quality checks will always remain a core part of the role to maintain high standards and ensure consistency.
- Clean and prepare 2-5 units per day during guest check-out/check-in windows.
- Ensure all laundry is completed on-site (each unit has a washer/dryer).
- Restock supplies (toiletries, paper products, etc.).
- Report any maintenance issues promptly.
Operations & Team Management:
- Perform final quality checks on all units before guest arrival.
- Oversee and support the housekeeping team to ensure timely and high-quality turnovers.
- Assist with scheduling and handling call-offs to prevent disruptions.
- Conduct random quality checks to maintain brand standards.
- Coordinate minor maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Help improve operational efficiency to make turnovers smoother and more consistent.
QUALIFICATIONS
✅ Experience:
- Strongly preferred: Cleaning or management experience in Airbnb, hotel, or hospitality settings.
- Will consider: Residential cleaning experience with leadership skills.
✅ Key Qualifications:
- Reliability: You understand how difficult last-minute call-offs are and show up on time when scheduled.
- Strong Work Ethic: You’re used to fast-paced, physically demanding work and enjoy staying busy.
- Cleaning Experience: You’ve been in the industry for years and know what it takes to meet high standards.
- Leadership Skills: You can work alongside other cleaners, set a strong example, and help mentor when needed.
- Attention to Detail: You take pride in your work and ensure every unit is spotless and guest-ready.
- Transportation: You have a reliable vehicle to get to work each day.
- Tech-Savvy: You can use a smartphone for scheduling & communication.
✅ Work Schedules offered:
- Tuesday – Saturday Or
- Wednesday – Sunday
*Fridays and Saturdays are crucial for this position because our operations manager is off on those two days. Sunday and Monday are the busiest days in our industry, so availability on those days is extra helpful.
Why Join Us?
✔ Consistent, Full-Time Schedule – 9 AM – 5 PM, 5 days per week.
✔ Hybrid Role – Stay hands-on with cleaning & properly maintaining our units while growing into leadership.
✔ Competitive Pay – Pay between $20 - $25/ hr depending on experience ($41,600 - $52,000/ year) with weekly direct deposits. W2 income role!
✔ Paid Time Off - 5-15 days of PTO each year
✔ Growth Opportunities – Advance into a higher leadership role as the company grows.
✔ Supportive Team – Work with a dedicated and collaborative team committed to excellence.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re hardworking, reliable, and ready to take ownership of your work, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now! Send your resume and a brief introduction about why you’d be a great fit. Please ensure you answer all pre-screening questions for further consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $800.00 - $1,000.00 per week
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Our operations depend on daily attendance and punctuality. How do you ensure you arrive on time consistently?
- This role requires being on your feet for most of the day, lifting laundry, and working quickly to meet check-in deadlines. Are you comfortable with the physical demands of the job?
- What excites you most about this role?
- What is most important to you about the employment opportunity that you are seeking?
- This role starts with hands-on cleaning before transitioning into operations management over time. Does this career path align with your goals?
- Which of the following schedules are you willing and able to work?
Option A) Tuesdays - Saturdays
Option B) Wednesdays - Sundays
- Do you have a working vehicle for reliable transportation each day?
- What cleaning experience do you have (if any)?
- This role would benefit from someone who is comfortable handling small repairs (e.g., basic furniture assembly/repair, hanging shelves, fixing minor issues). Tools will be provided, and nothing will be complex. Do you have any experience with this kind of work? If not, does this sound like work you're willing to learn and help with as needed?
Work Location: In person