Cleaner

Department of National Defence/Ministère de la défense nationale; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of National Defence is seeking individuals for a pool of candidates potentially filling various positions related to cleaning and maintenance within their facilities. Ideal candidates will have experience in cleaning services, with a strong emphasis on reliability, attention to detail, and ability to work over weekends or shifts as required. This inventory process aims to fill immediate and future vacancies within this essential service area.

Qualifications

• Experience working independently under minimal supervision.
• Experience providing cleaning services in a medical setting (asset qualification).
• Experience using cleaning chemical products (asset qualification).

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services across various environments.
• Operate cleaning machinery as required and adhere to safety regulations.
• Follow protocols for safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Independence

Attention to detail

Dependability

Communication

Job description

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

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The first applications will be collected from the inventory on July 8, 2025. Apply before this date to be considered for our immediate vacancies. When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for current and future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment. Please note that candidates will only be assessed once, and re-applications to the inventory will not be considered.

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Please note that our assessments will require the use of technology, including email, as part of the process. However, we are committed to ensuring equal access for everyone. If you do not have access to the necessary technology or face any challenges, we are happy to provide accommodations to support your participation. Please feel free to reach out, and we will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs.

How does this work?

Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team! Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply online.”

Step 2: Tell us about you! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.

Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.

Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.

Work environment

Are you seeking a rewarding career opportunity within the Department of National Defence (DND)? Look no further! This process aims to identify talented individuals dedicated to making a difference.

Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Borden is nestled in the heart of Simcoe County, just a short drive from Barrie, one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities. The area offers a blend of urban amenities and rural charm, making it an ideal location. CFB Borden is the largest training establishment in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and is home to a variety of other military and Defence Team organizations. On average, CFB Borden trains 20,000 military personnel annually. It also employs approximately 3,250 military members and 1,500 civilians.

Don't miss out on this chance to expand your skillset and career journey within DND and apply now!

Intent of the process

A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various employment tenures (casual, temporary and permanent), various language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence.

Please note that all positions are on-site, and you will be expected to work in person for the entire duration of your scheduled hours.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)



Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.

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Essential Experience

EX1. Experience working independently under minimal supervision. (Note: experience can be formal or informal, such as community work, volunteer efforts, family businesses, or school settings.)

Our hiring team values experiences gained through work, volunteering, school, and community involvement. Candidates are encouraged to highlight their diverse background as we will consider experiences gained through all phases of the selection process.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)



Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for a position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.

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Asset Experience

AEX1. Experience providing cleaning services in a medical setting.

AEX2. Experience in providing cleaning services in a work environment (such as, offices, schools, hospitals, retail spaces, residential buildings, or other professional settings).

AEX3. Experience using cleaning chemical products.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)



Various language requirements

English Essential

English or French Essential

Information on language requirements



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COMPETENCIES

C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect

C2. Working effectively with others

C3. Dependability

C4. Thinking things through



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Abilities

A1. Ability to follow safety procedures

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)



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ASSET COMPETENCIES

AC1. Communication



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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population.

To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women.

We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply.

As means to support our military families and linked with the Department of National Defence priorities, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Information on employment equity



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Operational Requirements

Must be willing and able to work shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Must be willing and able to work overtime as required and approved.

Conditions of employment



Reliability status security clearance

Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.

Must be willing and able to operate cleaning machinery for long periods of time, including full days or multiple days in a row.

Must be willing and able to wear and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety regulations.

Must be willing and able to wear safety footwear as required.

Must be willing and able to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 kgs in accordance with general safety practices.

Must be willing and able to climb ladders to perform various duties at heights of up to eight (8) feet.

Other information

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Unless alternative arrangements are made, we will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.

To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.

If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)

Depending On The Position Being Staffed

Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required

Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential

Asset Qualifications May Be Invoked As Essential Qualifications

You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed

Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, maybe used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, maybe used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:

Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;

Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;

Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;

Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;

Organizational Needs.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.