TEMPORARY CLEANERS- IMMEDIATE START

TEMPORARY CLEANERS- IMMEDIATE START


Company
Equation Staffing Solutions
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$18–$20 an hour
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
Our client is currently seeking a committed and professional Cleaner to join their hardworking team on a temporary basis for an IMMEDIATE START! If you love to keep everything in pristine condition and are meticulous with cleaning, this might be the perfect opportunity for you! As a cleaner, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a professional and welcoming clean work environment. Your responsibilities will be cleaning and sanitizing the equipment, laboratories, and work areas. This is a comfortable shift of 7am-3:30pm with a transit accessible location! Perform regular cleaning, dusting and sanitizing of spaces including equipment, floors, and surfaces in the laboratories, kitchen and facility.

Collect and launder employee lab coats, cloths, mop heads and ensure clean ones are available for immediate use.

Restock and organize cleaning supplies and materials and ensure all materials and supplies are properly labelled.

Ensure building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances.

Previous experience in a cleaning or custodial role in an industrial or laboratory setting is preferred.

Good understanding of cleaning methods, equipment, and safety protocols.

Ability to work on your feet for extended periods and perform light physical labour such as lifting and carrying cleaning supplies.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

WHMIS and TDG training would be considered an asset.

Equation Staffing Solutions is a successful, award-winning Calgary based staffing and recruitment agency specializing in the placement of candidates on a temporary, contract or permanent basis. The job families we place people in comprise of general office & admin support, human resources, customer support, warehousing, trades, machine operators, production, accounting, records management, business management & information management.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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