Heavy Duty Cleaner

FirstService Residential Canada; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstService Residential Canada in Oshawa is seeking a Heavy Duty Cleaner to maintain the cleanliness of interior and exterior areas, ensuring owner and guest satisfaction. The role supports daily operations across the property and contributes to a safe, welcoming environment.

Shifts are Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The position requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the use of standard janitorial tools and cleaning solutions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools and equipment used in janitorial service.
• Knowledge of proper use of chemicals, fertilizers and pesticides.
• Ability to follow instructions and use janitorial tools and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and services restrooms.
• Sweeps, vacuums, and mops floors and stairways.
• Disposes rubbish and waste materials by hand or with powered equipment.
• Reports safety hazards or needed repairs to management.
• Dusts blinds, furniture, windowsills; polishes surfaces as needed.

Skills

Janitorial equipment

Chemical handling

Instruction following

Equipment operation

Physical strength

Safety procedures

Security procedures

Communication

Prioritizing workload

Tools

Floor buffers

Vacuum cleaners

Cleaning solutions

Job description

Description

As a Heavy Duty Cleaner, you’ll be responsible for consistently maintaining the cleanliness of all interior and exterior areas of the property to ensure owner and guest satisfaction.

Shift Schedule

Saturday and Sunday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Site Location

Oshawa, ON

Compensation

$18.00 / hour

Your Responsibilities

• 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 functions and duties are subject to change upon management discretion.

Skills & Qualifications

• Have knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the janitorial service
• 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
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• 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 prioritize the work of others

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing or walking applied for extended periods of time. Working conditions generally entail eight (8) hour shifts, but may be subject to alteration. Mental and physical stress may be incurred. Some jobs require an employee to be exposed to unpleasant and noxious fumes and odors. Some jobs require an employee to hazardous work environments. Some jobs require an employee to work where there is a significant change of injury.

About Us

FirstService Residential is North America’s foremost property management firm specializing in Property Management, Front Desk Security Guards, Cleaners and Superintendent within our Property Services Department.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we offer our more than 19,000 associates competitive salaries, top benefits, and career training, continually investing in our associates’ professional development and setting the bar for exceptional service. Our associates enjoy an inclusive work environment and a rich culture of collaboration and mutual respect.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

FirstService Residential welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.

FirstService Residential is owned by FirstService Corporation, a proudly Canadian company and one of Canada’s great business success stories.

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