Janitorial Cleaner
Company
Freedom Cleaning Services Inc.
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$20 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
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via Indeed
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Job Description
Job Description:
Must be available overnight.
Freedom Cleaning Services Inc. is looking for dependable and experienced Janitorial Cleaners to join our team. This role involves general commercial cleaning along with specialized floor care, so we are looking for candidates who are comfortable using professional cleaning equipment and take pride in delivering high-quality results.
The ideal candidate has experience with sweeping, mopping, and advanced floor maintenance, including stripping, waxing, and buffing floors. You should be confident operating floor machines such as Tennant equipment or similar.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform daily cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and garbage removal
• Strip, wax, and buff floors to maintain a clean and polished appearance
• Operate floor machines (auto scrubbers, buffers, burnishers)
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any issues
• Follow company standards and health & safety procedures
• Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard
Requirements:
• Previous janitorial or commercial cleaning experience
• Experience with floor care (strip and wax) is required
• Ability to use floor machines (Tennant or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Ability to work independently
• Reliable transportation is an asset
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Must be available overnight.
Freedom Cleaning Services Inc. is looking for dependable and experienced Janitorial Cleaners to join our team. This role involves general commercial cleaning along with specialized floor care, so we are looking for candidates who are comfortable using professional cleaning equipment and take pride in delivering high-quality results.
The ideal candidate has experience with sweeping, mopping, and advanced floor maintenance, including stripping, waxing, and buffing floors. You should be confident operating floor machines such as Tennant equipment or similar.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform daily cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and garbage removal
• Strip, wax, and buff floors to maintain a clean and polished appearance
• Operate floor machines (auto scrubbers, buffers, burnishers)
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any issues
• Follow company standards and health & safety procedures
• Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard
Requirements:
• Previous janitorial or commercial cleaning experience
• Experience with floor care (strip and wax) is required
• Ability to use floor machines (Tennant or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Ability to work independently
• Reliable transportation is an asset
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
