Janitorial Cleaner

Toronto, Canada
Janitorial Cleaner
Company
Freedom Cleaning Services Inc.
Location
Toronto, ON
Job type
Full-time
Salary
$20 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Job Description:

Must be available overnight.

Freedom Cleaning Services Inc. is looking for dependable and experienced Janitorial Cleaners to join our team. This role involves general commercial cleaning along with specialized floor care, so we are looking for candidates who are comfortable using professional cleaning equipment and take pride in delivering high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has experience with sweeping, mopping, and advanced floor maintenance, including stripping, waxing, and buffing floors. You should be confident operating floor machines such as Tennant equipment or similar.

Key Responsibilities:
• Perform daily cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and garbage removal
• Strip, wax, and buff floors to maintain a clean and polished appearance
• Operate floor machines (auto scrubbers, buffers, burnishers)
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any issues
• Follow company standards and health & safety procedures
• Ensure all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard

Requirements:
• Previous janitorial or commercial cleaning experience
• Experience with floor care (strip and wax) is required
• Ability to use floor machines (Tennant or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Ability to work independently
• Reliable transportation is an asset

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in Canada

Q
What is the hourly wage range for light duty cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
According to ESDC Job Bank data updated for 2026, light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) earn a low wage of $16.00 per hour, median of $18.75 per hour, and high wage of $23.50 per hour nationally. Full-time annual salary at median wage is $39,000 before taxes. Wages are higher in urban areas like Toronto at median $20.25 per hour.
Source: Job Bank - Employment and Social Development Canada
Q
What work permit do international applicants need for cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
Cleaning staff jobs (NOC 65310, TEER 5) qualify under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program requiring a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from the employer, costing $1,000 per position. Work permits are issued for 24 months maximum, with processing times of 12 weeks at IRCC. Open work permits are not available for this low-skilled occupation.
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada
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What education or experience is needed to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
No formal education or certification is required for light duty cleaners (NOC 65310); a secondary school diploma is an asset but not mandatory. Employers provide 1 week of on-the-job training. Zero to less than 1 month of experience is typically sufficient for entry-level positions.
Source: National Occupational Classification - ESDC
Q
What documents are required to apply and start a cleaning staff job in Canada?
Applicants need a resume listing any cleaning experience, two work references, and a Social Insurance Number (SIN) obtained free online in 5 minutes. Permanent residents show PR card; citizens show ID. Interviews require proof of eligibility to work in Canada.
Source: Service Canada - Government of Canada