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 exact minimum hourly wage for cleaning staff in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for cleaning staff in Ontario is $18.75 per hour as of January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 44 hours in a work week. Employers must also provide at least 2 weeks of paid vacation after 12 months of employment.
Q Do I need a Labour Market Impact Assessment to get a work permit for cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, most cleaning staff positions require a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment before applying for a work permit in 2026. The permit processing fee is $155 and must be paid before submission. Temporary foreign workers in this role are limited to 24 months per permit with possible extensions.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, cleaning staff jobs require no formal education but at least 6 months of paid experience in commercial or residential cleaning. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic criminal record check. No certifications are mandatory for entry-level roles.
Q Which documents are mandatory when applying for cleaning staff positions on a work permit in Canada?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, applicants need a valid passport, work permit, LMIA copy, and SIN number to apply for cleaning staff jobs in 2026. A resume showing 6 months experience and two references from previous employers are also required by most employers. All documents must be submitted in PDF format during the online application.
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