Cleaner

BGIS; Nakusp; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable cleaning services provider in Nakusp, British Columbia, is seeking a dedicated Cleaner. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in designated areas, using eco-friendly products and methods. Candidates should have experience in cleaning and maintenance, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends. The position offers an hourly wage of $17.85-20/hr.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintenance activities in institutional settings.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items and climb ladders.
• Knowledge of safety protocols including WHMIS.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors by sweeping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Transport garbage to bins or compactors.
• Notify managers of necessary repairs.

Skills

Cleaning

Housekeeping

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Stamina

Tools

Floor Maintenance Machines

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Who We Are

At BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions, we are dedicated to providing environmentally responsible and high‑quality cleaning services. Our mission is to create healthier, cleaner environments for our clients while minimizing our ecological impact. As a leader in sustainable cleaning practices, we prioritize the use of eco‑friendly products, innovative cleaning technologies, and energy‑efficient methods that align with global environmental standards.

Our team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction across a wide range of industries. By joining BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions, you become part of a forward‑thinking company that values sustainability, continuous improvement, and a positive work culture.

Help us shape a cleaner, greener future through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Job Summary

As a member of the BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions Team, you will be generally responsible for cleaning in a designated zone with an emphasis on quality control, health and safety & striving to exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean floors by sweeping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
• Dry/wet mop (wash/scrub) and polish hard surface floors. (The washing/scrubbing of floors is done with handheld or auto scrubbers. In large open applications, automatic equipment may be used to perform these functions)
• Strip and finish hard surface floors manually or with power equipment when required
• Dry/wet mop (wash/scrub) and polish hard surface floors including washroom floors. (The washing/scrubbing of floors is done with handheld or walk behind buffing machines. In large open applications, automatic equipment may be used to perform these functions)
• Transport garbage from drop points to garbage bins or compactor
• Transport maintenance machinery, where necessary, between floors and job sites
• Cleans and stores equipment and machinery used
• Cleans glass areas requiring ladders, scaffolding or other extension equipment to reach.
• Cleans washroom floors including stripping and finishing
• Cleans stairwells and elevator cabs where ladders are required
• Loads and unloads supplies and replenishes cleaning solutions
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
• Other duties that management may assign
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
• Strip and finish hard surface floors manually or with power equipment when required
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems
• Mix water and detergents in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets
• Remove snow and debris from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow melting chemicals.

Job Requirements

• Experience in performing various cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance activities in an institutionalized environment.
• Experience in using floor maintenance machines, cleaning equipment, materials and solutions.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the provisions that apply to this work including WHMIS.
• Ability to lift, push and pull heavy items as well as climb ladders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, clients and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays and shifts as assigned as well as work in multiple locations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, prepare and maintain manual and electronic records.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Must meet security clearance requirements, where applicable
• Must have a valid Class G license (may be required)

Physical demands

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

At BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier‑free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Hourly wage: $17.85-20/hr.