Housekeeping Associate - Heavy Duty Cleaner

Housekeeping Associate - Heavy Duty Cleaner


Company
TDSB Community Services
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$35K–$45K a year
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Company Details

Company Name: NS Vaughan Employer

Industry: Other services (except public administration)

Location: GTA, Ontario

Employment Details

Number of Positions: 3

Working Hours: Sunday - Saturday (Various shifts)

Summary Of Duties
• Cleans and services restrooms
• Sweeps, vacuums, and mops floors and stairways
• Gathers and disposes of rubbish and waste materials by hand or with the use of powered equipment
• Observes appearances and conditions of premises and equipment; reports needed repairs, safety hazards, or conditions requiring outside vendor services
• Dusts such items as blinds, furniture, file cabinets, door, frames, railing picture frames and windowsills using treated dust mittens, cloths, or hand‑cleaning items
• Polishes furniture, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds
• Maintains an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, mirror, and fixtures using both step and extension ladders
• Cleans grounds and parking lots of litter, glass, or other debris
• Loads and unloads supplies, and moves heavy furniture and equipment using dollies, handcarts, or power equipment
• Replaces light bulbs and fuses
• May perform ground maintenance including removal of snow from front entrances, salting front entrances
• Assists in the moving of garbage bins when needed
• Maintains and cleans compactor room
• Performs related work as assigned in relation to the needs of the building

Qualifications

Have knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the janitorial service

Have knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules

Have knowledge of the proper use of chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides

Have the ability to follow instructions
• Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment, and supplies such as floor buffers, vacuum cleaners, and cleaning compounds and solutions
• Have knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations
• Have knowledge of building and property security procedures
• Have the ability to explain instructions and guidelines to others effectively
• Have the ability to train and assign work to employees
• Have the ability to prioritize the work of others

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the general minimum wage for cleaning staff in Ontario is $17.75 per hour effective January 1 2026 with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours weekly. Cleaning staff in unionized building services must receive this rate plus vacation pay of 4% on gross earnings.
Q What work permit is required for international applicants seeking cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before January 2026. Processing takes 8-16 weeks and requires proof of job offer from a Canadian employer registered with the program.
Q What education and experience are needed to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, no formal education is required but applicants must demonstrate 6 months of paid cleaning experience within the last 3 years. Safe food handling certification is mandatory for roles in healthcare or food facilities starting 2026.
Q What documents are required when applying for cleaning staff jobs through Service Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must submit a completed SIN application, valid passport, and two references from prior employers dated within 12 months. A current police vulnerable sector check issued no earlier than 6 months before the application date is also mandatory.
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