cleaner, heavy duty

Government of Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated cleaning staff to maintain cleanliness in various settings, including urban apartments and commercial buildings. This role requires physical stamina and attention to detail, as you will be responsible for sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting spaces while ensuring a high standard of cleanliness. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working under minimal supervision. If you are dependable and enjoy contributing to a clean and organized space, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning with a focus on various settings like commercial and residential.
• Ability to handle heavy loads and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax hallways, floors, and stairs.
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners and clean bathrooms and fixtures.

Skills

Cleaning

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Industrial vacuum cleaners

Carpet cleaning machine

Upholstery cleaning equipment

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Apartment/condominium complex
• Urban area
• Various locations
• Commercial building
• Industrial facility or establishment
• Cleaning service company

Responsibilities Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and fixtures
• Work with minimal supervision
• Wash windows, walls and ceilings
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers
• Clean and disinfect elevators
• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances

Experience and specialization Area of work experience

• Cleaning

Equipment

• Industrial vacuum cleaners/power sweepers
• Carpet cleaning machine
• Upholstery cleaning equipment

Additional information Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Tight deadlines

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Client focus
• Values and ethics