POST-CONSTRUCTION CLEANER

TDSB Community Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Project-based scheduling

Orientation and standards

Safety-focused environment

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Aurevia Cleaning Company in Toronto is seeking a Post-Construction Cleaner to complete rough, final, and touch-up cleaning in newly built or renovated properties, preparing spaces for inspection, occupancy, or client handover.

The role involves 20 hours per week with project-based scheduling across Ottawa and the GTA, requiring attention to detail, safety, and the ability to follow site checklists and work with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• At least 1 year of post-construction cleaning experience or relevant training.
• Experience with final cleans of newly built spaces is a strong asset.
• Valid driver’s license preferred for travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough, final, and touch-up cleaning according to project scope and site checklists.
• Remove construction dust from surfaces including walls, ceilings, trim, baseboards, doors, fixtures, and ledges.
• Vacuum and clean floors with HEPA or approved equipment as required.
• Clean kitchens, bathrooms, cabinets, mirrors, and window frames.
• Follow site access, safety procedures, and report hazards promptly.
• Maintain professionalism with supervisors, builders, trades, clients, and teammates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Punctuality

English communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Details

Company Name: Aurevia Cleaning Company

Industry: Other services (except public administration)

Location: Toronto

Employment Details

Number of Positions: 3

Working Hours: 20 hours or more per week

Summary Of Duties

Position Summary: The Post-Construction Cleaner completes rough, final, and touch-up cleaning in newly built or renovated properties, preparing spaces for inspection, occupancy, or client handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete rough, final, and touch-up cleaning according to project scope and site checklists.
• Remove construction dust from walls, ceilings, trim, baseboards, doors, vents, fixtures, ledges, and other surfaces.
• Vacuum floors and surfaces using approved commercial or HEPA-filtered equipment when required.
• Sweep and wet-mop hard floors using methods appropriate for the site and surface.
• Clean kitchens, bathrooms, cabinets, closets, appliances, mirrors, interior glass, window frames, and tracks.
• Remove labels, stickers, tape, paint spots, caulking residue, and adhesive without damaging finished materials.

• Collect and dispose of packaging and non-hazardous waste in designated site containers.
• Inspect completed areas, correct deficiencies, and prepare units for builder or client walkthroughs.
• Follow site access, sign-in, security, emergency, and hazard-reporting procedures.
• Use cleaning products, ladders, tools, and equipment only as trained and authorized.
• Protect finished surfaces and report damage, unsafe conditions, unknown materials, or suspected hazardous dust immediately.
• Work professionally with supervisors, builders, trades, clients, and other cleaning team members.

Employer Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $25-$30 per hour, based on experience and assignment requirements.
• Project-based scheduling across Ottawa and the GTA.
• Orientation on employer’s cleaning standards, quality-control procedures, and reporting expectations.
• A professional and safety-focused work environment.
• Opportunities for additional assignments and advancement to team-lead responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of post-construction, commercial, industrial, or heavy-duty cleaning experience, or relevant professional cleaning training.
• Experience with final cleans, deficiency touch-ups, newly built homes, condominiums, or commercial projects is a strong asset.
• Experience safely using commercial vacuums, HEPA equipment, floor-care tools, and extension poles is an asset.

Safety Training And Site Requirements

• Ontario Worker Health and Safety Awareness training must be completed before assignment.
• Current WHMIS training is required before handling or using hazardous cleaning products; site- and product-specific instruction will be provided as required.
• Working at Heights training from an Ontario-approved provider is required only for assignments that involve the use of fall-protection equipment; otherwise, it is a strong asset.
• Must follow all site-specific orientations, safe-work procedures, safety data sheets, warning signs, and supervisor instructions.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment, which may include CSA-approved safety footwear, hard hat, high-visibility apparel, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, or respiratory protection, depending on the site and hazard assessment.
• Where a tight-fitting respirator is required, the worker must complete the applicable medical review, fit testing, instruction, and facial-seal requirements before use.
• Must not dry sweep, disturb, or clean suspected hazardous materials unless specifically trained, equipped, and authorized.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify construction-cleaning deficiencies.
• Dependable, punctual, safety-conscious, and able to follow written checklists.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in active or recently completed construction environments.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs, reach, and lift or carry up to 25 kg.
• Ability to work around dust, noise, changing temperatures, and active trades while using required controls and PPE.
• Strong spoken English skills for safety instructions and site communication.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation are strongly preferred due to changing project locations.
• Availability for early mornings, daytime shifts, evenings, weekends, and short-notice assignments when required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and willing to complete a criminal background check when required by a client or site.