Special Services Division Cleaning Technician

Special Services Division Cleaning Technician


Company
Windsor Home Cleaning
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Some of our clients are only looking for one-time or occasional services which usually require heavy-duty cleaning. The Special Services Division specializes in these requests such as move in/out; post-renovation; post-construction cleaning.

As a Special Services Division Cleaning Technician, You will enjoy:

Tremendous Job Security. We are Ottawa’s Oldest and Largest Residential cleaning Service. Our quality service is always in demand, Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter. Many of our staff have been with us a long time. A Solid Benefit Package. After an apprentice period, all employees are eligible for a benefit plan that includes:
• Prescription Drug coverage
• Eye Care
• Basic Dental Care
• Life Insurance and A.D.D. Coverage

All employees receive:
• Canada Pension Plan
• 9 Paid Statutory Holidays
• 2 weeks of Paid Vacation
• 2 Paid Personal Days
• Workers Compensation Coverage,
• Employment Insurance,
• Ontario Health Insurance

On the Job Training.

Residential cleaning is a skilled trade. At Windsor, we put much effort into improving techniques, time management skills and knowledge of products. Our company is famous for the quality of our cleaning. Even if you already have years of experience, you will benefit from our training.

Industry Leading Rate of Pay. New staff start at very competitive Base Hourly Rate. The total compensation package offered by Windsor Home Cleaning to our cleaning technicians is recognised as one of the best in our industry.

Flexible Working Conditions. With Windsor, your evenings and week ends are always free. Most of our staff work independently – not in teams. Most of our staff work 6 to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Most clean 2 houses per day. Most start early (between 7:30 and 8:30 am). We can tailor a schedule to suit you – your part of the city; your hours.

Job Satisfaction. Windsor is the leading cleaning service in Ottawa. Our staff take a great amount of pride in the quality of the work they do. Our employees get the recognition and praise they deserve as skilled, honest and hardworking individuals from both the company and the clients. At Windsor, there has always been a strong sense of loyalty.

In order to Qualify for this Career Opportunity, you must:
• * be in very good physical condition to sustain frequent kneeling and bending
• be able to speak, read and write English
• have a reliable vehicle or be prepared to bus a central schedule
• have no unusual fear of household pets
• have no allergies to dust, mold, pets
• be bondable and able to obtain a basic security clearance check.
• be able to supply references
• have experience in a job where physical “hand-eye” co-ordination is important
• be willing to learn the “Windsor Way” of cleaning
• have an eye for fine detail cleaning
• be able to show an understanding of the importance of removing bacteria and viruses
• work independently with no direct daily supervision
• have a helping, caring attitude towards customers

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