Ottawa Principal Cleaner Position

Ottawa Principal Cleaner Position


Company
Psacunion
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$55,224–$62,151 a year
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Join HOLD-PSAC Holdings Ltd as a Principal Cleaner in Ottawa, ON, and lead a dedicated cleaning team in ensuring workplace excellence. Your expertise will drive cleanliness in a busy office environment.

As a full-time Principal Cleaner, you will oversee a group of cleaners in a 12-storey office building, facilitating high cleaning standards while fostering a supportive team culture. With 3-5 years of experience in commercial cleaning and a proven supervisory background, your role is to ensure adherence to cleaning protocols and environmental standards. Your leadership will play a crucial role in creating a safe, clean atmosphere for all staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily cleaning operations and provide instructions

• Ensure adherence to cleaning protocols and regulations

• Communicate effectively with team and management

• Implement environmentally responsible cleaning practices

• Train and coach employees on cleaning techniques

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of commercial cleaning experience

• 1-3 years in a supervisory capacity

• Strong reading and comprehension skills

• Knowledge of WHMIS and MSDS regulations

• Commitment to union principles

Your leadership will set the standard for high-quality cleanliness and safety within the PSAC community.
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Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff in federally regulated workplaces is $17.75 per hour effective January 1, 2026. Ontario sets the provincial rate at $17.20 per hour from October 1, 2025, requiring time-and-a-half pay after 44 hours weekly. Employers must pay this rate to all cleaning staff including part-time and contract workers without exception.
Q What work permit is required for international applicants seeking cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before April 2026. Cleaning staff positions qualify under NOC code 65310 with processing times of 8 weeks for online applications. Permits are issued for up to 2 years and require proof of $15,000 in settlement funds.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
As per the Government of Canada, no formal education is mandated for cleaning staff roles but applicants must demonstrate 6 months of paid cleaning experience within the last 2 years. High school completion or equivalent is preferred by 65% of employers in 2026 federal job bank listings. WHMIS certification completed within the prior 12 months is mandatory for chemical handling tasks.
Q What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through Service Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must submit a SIN card, updated resume, and two government-issued photo IDs when applying via the Job Bank portal by March 2026. A valid police record check dated within 6 months and proof of COVID-19 vaccination status are required for hospital and school cleaning contracts. Applications without these documents are rejected within 5 business days.
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