Part-Time Cleaner
Grow with a reliable short-term rental team caring for high-end homes across Pittsburgh.
Rivers and Steel City Homes is hiring detail-oriented, dependable cleaners to prepare our short-term rental properties between guest stays. Ideal for cleaning pros, hospitality workers, and reliable job seekers looking for flexible, part-time hours with room to grow.
- Part-time role with potential to grow hours and responsibilities
- Serving short-term rentals in key Pittsburgh neighborhoods
- Perfect for cleaners, hotel staff, and housekeepers used to fast turnarounds
What You’ll Do as a Cleaner
Help us welcome guests to clean, comfortable homes across Pittsburgh. You’ll handle full turnovers between stays, following clear checklists so nothing is missed.
Core Cleaning Tasks
- Clean bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and living spaces
- Change and reset linens and towels
- Dust, vacuum, mop, and sanitize high-touch areas
- Take out trash and restock essentials
Turnover & Reporting
- Follow property-specific checklists on your phone
- Stage spaces so they’re photo-ready for the next guest
- Report damage, missing items, or supply needs
- Communicate check-in/check-out status with the team
Growth Opportunities
- Earn more hours as properties and demand grow
- Opportunities to become a lead cleaner for specific routes
- Potential to support inspections, inventory, and training
- Consistent work with a professional, respectful team
Why Clean with Rivers and Steel City Homes?
We respect our cleaners as essential partners in our guest experience. We focus on clear communication, reliable scheduling, and properties you can be proud to put your name on.
- Steady, recurring work tied to booked reservations
- Properties clustered around Pittsburgh neighborhoods to limit long drives
- Direct communication channel with operations
- Professional systems, checklists, and expectations
- Respectful, on-time payment for completed work
Ideal for: cleaning professionals, hotel housekeepers, janitorial staff, residential cleaners, and reliable self-starters looking for flexible, part-time income in Pittsburgh.
What We Look For
We don’t need a long resume. We do need people who care about doing the job right, every time.
If you have experience in hotels, short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo), residential cleaning, or commercial janitorial work, we’d love to hear from you.
Basic Requirements
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Reliable transportation within Pittsburgh
- Smartphone for checklists & communication
- Ability to lift, bend, and be on your feet
Personality & Skills
- Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
- Comfortable working independently
- On-time, reliable, and communicative
- Able to follow written and photo instructions
Schedule, Locations & Pay
This is a part-time role with work based on bookings. We schedule as consistently as possible and communicate changes clearly.
Typical Schedule
Most cleanings happen between guest check-out and check-in windows, with extra demand on weekends and holidays.
- Part-time, variable hours
- Peak times: late mornings & afternoons
- Weekend availability is a strong plus
Pay Structure
Compensation is competitive for the Pittsburgh market and reflects the detail required for short-term rental turnovers.
- Paid per completed turnover (not hourly)
- Rate varies by property size and scope
- On-time payments via agreed method
Where You’ll Work
Short-term rental properties in and around key Pittsburgh neighborhoods. Exact routes and properties will be discussed during the interview.
- Properties across the Pittsburgh metro area
- Routes designed to minimize backtracking when possible
- Parking details provided for each property
Simple Application Process
We respect your time. Share your experience and availability, and we’ll take it from there.
1. Apply Online
Complete the short application form on this page. Tell us about your cleaning or hospitality experience and your general availability.
2. Quick Conversation
If it looks like a fit, we’ll reach out to schedule a brief call to talk through expectations, locations, and how we work with cleaners.
3. Start Cleaning
If we move forward together, we’ll walk you through checklists, first clean expectations, and how we support you on each turnover.
Questions About the Cleaner Role?
Here are answers to some common questions. We’ll be happy to address anything else during your interview.
If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently, there’s a good chance this role could be a great fit.
Do I need previous short-term rental or hotel experience to apply?
Prior experience with Airbnbs, vacation rentals, or hotels is a plus, but not required. We welcome applicants with any professional cleaning, housekeeping, or janitorial background—as long as you’re thorough, reliable, and open to learning our standards.
How many hours per week can I expect?
This is a part-time role and hours can vary week to week based on bookings. Some weeks will be busier than others, especially around weekends and holidays. We’ll discuss your ideal weekly range and try to align that with our cleaning schedule.
Do I need to bring my own cleaning supplies?
Most core supplies and equipment are provided at or for the property, but we may ask you to use a preferred kit or standard products. We’ll go over what’s provided and what you may need to bring during onboarding.
Is this a W-2 job or 1099 contractor work?
Details about employment or contractor status, as well as pay rates, will be discussed during the interview and may vary based on how we structure work in your area.
When will I hear back after applying?
We aim to review applications within a few business days. If there’s a potential fit, we’ll reach out by phone or email to schedule a short conversation and discuss next steps.