Residential Cleaner - Ottawa

Residential Cleaner - Ottawa


Company
Hellamaid Inc
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
$25–$28 an hour
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
✨ Be Your Own Boss – Work on Your Schedule ✨

Choose your hours. Accept the jobs you want. Work when it fits your life.Hellamaid is a 5-star residential cleaning company connecting independent cleaners with clients across the region!

This is not a traditional job. It’s an opportunity to work independently, on your terms.

Why People Choose Hellamaid✔ You decide when you work✔ No fixed schedule or minimum hours✔ Accept or decline jobs based on your availability✔ Build regular clients or just pick up extra income✔ Work independently — no micromanaging✔ Support team available if you need help

Earnings Paid per job Keep 100% of your tips Living Wage not minimum wage Raises at 3 months and 1 year

Earn weekly income based on your availability and consistency.

What You’ll Do Clean residential homes (clean kitchens, bathrooms, floors, dusting, vacuuming etc.) Take pride in delivering high-quality results

✅ What You Need Your own vehicle Your own cleaning supplies & equipment Legal ability to work in Canada A smartphone for job notifications

Who This Works Well For Experienced cleaners PSWs, hotel staff, or detail-oriented workers Parents looking for flexible daytime income Anyone wanting to work independently

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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