Cleaner

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Post End Date:

October 8, 2026 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE1295 (Employee Group)

Please note: This is an ongoing casual position.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Custodial Supervisor, a Casual Cleaner must be available to work various scheduled shifts that include days, afternoons, weekends and midnights to support the operational needs of Custodial Services. These casual positions provide future opportunities for full-time, permanent positions. As a Casual Cleaner, you may be scheduled 40 hours per week, when required.

The Casual Cleaner will:

• Clean, wash, dust, vacuum and mop both dry and wet areas of the University (walls, floors, carpets, windows, furniture, washrooms);
• Empty and reline waste containers;
• Clean and disinfect washrooms and restock supplies;
• Strip, wax, and polish floors using ride-on and walk-behind floor scrubbers, floor buffing machines, and carpet extractors;
• Operate various cleaning equipment;
• Maintain equipment in clean and good working order;
• Understand the safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals;
• Maintain compliance with procedures relating to infection control and effective cleaning methods;
• Report any damaged equipment or property in a timely manner;
• Assist with event set-ups and tear-downs of furniture and equipment.

Key Skills and Experience:

• A Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent;

• The physical ability to move and lift furniture (up to 50 lbs), and safely operate cleaning equipment (ride-on and walk-behind floor scrubbers, pressure washers, floor buffing machines, etc.);
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret job routines, product directions, and equipment instructions;
• Flexibility to support a 24/7 operation and work a variety of shifts, including weekends;
• Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal), in an appropriate manner, with fellow workers, staff, and visitors;
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment;
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with all contacts in a courteous and efficient manner are necessary;
• Previous custodial-related work experience (an asset);
• Basic computer skills.

Salary:

• Hourly Rate: $25.03-$25.62*

*Salary is defined by the CUPE 1295 Collective Agreement

Benefits – in accordance with the CUPE 1295 Collective Agreement
Casual employees will only be entitled to receive benefits in instances where they are employed for sixty (60) consecutive working days on a full-time schedule or sixty (60) cumulative working days over a ninety (90) day working day period

Eligible Benefits include:

i.    Extended Health and Dental Benefits;
ii.   Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance;
iii.  Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
iv.  Bereavement Leave.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online using the “Apply” button. Applications should include a Resume and a Cover Letter.