Cleaner - Casual On Call

About the company

BEST - For a Cleaner World is a recognized provider of custodial and maintenance services, serving a respected and long-standing client base. The organization’s purpose is to make a positive difference in people’s lives. It has been acknowledged by Deloitte Group as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies at the Platinum Standard level and by Waterstone Human Capital as one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

Role overview

This position is based in Kitchener, Ontario. The work schedule runs across Monday to Sunday. The hourly wage for this role is $19.25. This is an existing vacancy.

What you can expect

• Hourly pay that is higher than the provincial minimum wage.
• A positive workplace culture with access to educational grants, team events, and celebrations.
• Recognition and appreciation programs, including the BEST Guusto program, which offers prizes to employees who go the extra mile.
• Growth opportunities through training, skill development, and internal advancement in a fast-expanding company.

Key purpose of the job

The cleaner will help ensure the building remains clean, welcoming, and well-presented at all times. The role involves routine upkeep of shared spaces, washrooms, and surfaces through tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping down glass and other areas.

Duties and responsibilities

• Keep common rooms, kitchens, and washrooms clean and maintained.
• Sweep and mop flooring as needed.
• Clean windows and keep blinds free of dust.
• Collect waste and dispose of it correctly.
• Store, maintain, and use cleaning tools and supplies safely and hygienically.
• Identify issues and report any needed repairs or replacements.

Skills and abilities

• Good understanding of cleaning chemicals, sanitation products, and cleaning methods.
• WHMIS certification is considered an advantage.
• Physical endurance and mobility to bend, kneel, and reach during cleaning tasks.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull loads of up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete a Canadian background check.

Additional information

BEST is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from visible minorities, women, LGBTQ2S+ communities, and veterans. The company is an equal opportunity employer and works to ensure fair access to opportunities for all applicants. BEST also states that it does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or choose applicants. Candidates who are interviewed will be informed once a hiring decision has been made, in line with Ontario employment standards.