housekeeping attendant
Company
Service d'entretien WAO S.E.N.C.
Location
Lachine, Quebec
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
17 days ago
Via
via Job Bank
Job Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Asset languages: Spanish; Castilian. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Office building. Warehouse. Tasks: Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors. Dust furniture. Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture. Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances. Pick up debris and empty trash containers. Remove kitchen garbage and trash. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Reference required. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Own vehicle. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Punctuality. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Reliability. Values and ethics. Honesty. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Evening. Financial benefits: Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Parking available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
